Contrary to its name, Dawn is the book you’ll reach for at bedtime, with an engaging, rhythmic pace that will soothe even the most restless. From the first peek of a watercolour sunrise, go on a gently rhyming journey through nature as sunlight illuminates the morning routines of the forest-dwelling animal kingdom. With precise language, Marc Martin’s stunning watercolour illustrations come alive with vibrant motion, from the animation-style blossoming of flowers or the balletic leap of a frog to breathtaking full-page natural vistas. 

Teaching little ones about bugs, birds, fish and other forest creatures, Dawn is also a wonderful early reading title, with a maximum of four words per page and some great opportunities for vocabulary extension. So here’s to your new favourite book, which will ensure the little ones won’t be awake ’til dawn, but will instead be lulled into peaceful dreams, and be keen to explore nature in the morning. For ages 3+.