10/2/09

In This Night...

Author /Illustrator:  Irmgard Lucht

Publisher: Hyperion Books

Publication Date: 1990

Awards: German Literature Prize

Genre: Mystery

Audience: Gr. 3+

Overview: We are usually at home when the moon is in the sky but, what exactly happens when day ends? The wild geese travel on, cats hang on the roof, the bucks chase each other; These and more situations could easily take place in this night.  

Activity:  With eyes closed, tell the tale to facilitate the power of imagination. Create a discussion which deals with what happens at night, talk about who could be awake and why.

Reviewer’s Name: Jose Morales