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Angel Babies (Knee-High Book)

by Michelle Knudsen

Book Details

Publisher:Random House
Published:1998
Pages:24
Format:board book
Language:English
ISBN:0679889086

Reading Info

Age Range:1-3

About This Book

Angel babies spend the day helping out on earth before going home to sleep in the clouds.

Our Review

This gentle board book introduces the concept of guardian angels through the daily activities of celestial infants, offering a soothing narrative about helpers who watch over the world. The simple, rhythmic text is perfectly matched to a toddler's attention span, creating a calm and reassuring read-aloud experience. Vivid, soft-focus illustrations depict the angel babies performing small, kind acts, from tending to flowers to comforting animals. This charming fantasy provides a wonderful foundation for discussing kindness and the comforting idea of unseen protectors.

What sets this book apart is its unique blend of whimsy and tranquility, making it an ideal choice for winding down before naptime or bedtime. The concept of the angel babies returning to their cloud homes to sleep beautifully mirrors a child's own bedtime routine, reinforcing the rhythm of the day. Parents seeking stories that nurture empathy and a sense of security will find this a particularly resonant choice. It’s a peaceful little story that turns the abstract idea of guardian angels into something warm, tangible, and deeply comforting for a young child.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction