THE SUN IS LATE AND SO IS THE FARMER, by Philip C. Stead and Erin E. Stead, Neal Porter Books, Nov. 29, 2022, Hardcover, $18.99 (ages 4-8)
Three farm animals set off on a daring quest to bring the sunrise in The Sun Is Late and So Is the Farmer, by Philip C. Stead and Erin E. Stead.
A mule,
A milk cow,
A miniature horse,
Standing in a barn door,
Waiting for the sun to rise.
As this trio rests in their comfortable barn, a realization slowly dawns on them. . . the sun is late to rise. After consulting barn owl (who always knows what to do), they take Rooster and set off on an epic journey further than they’ve ever gone before; through the acre of tall corn, past the sleeping giant, all the way to the edge of the world. —Synopsis provided by Neal Porter Books
If The Sun Is Late and So Is the Farmer seems familiar, that’s because it’s written and illustrated by the team behind A Sick Day for Amos McGee and Bear Has a Story to Tell.
There’s a humorous charm to the text that makes this book fun to read aloud while the charming illustrations draw you in.
The Sun Is Late and So Is the Farmer is a surprisingly simple read that’s entertaining and sure to be a hit with young readers.
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