Lion Lullaby

In a lyrical read-aloud, ten lion cubs make their way home through the savannah, introducing counting to young ones. The cubs emerge from trees, cross a stream, and explore the landscape as the moon rises. Kate Banks's text and Lauren Tobias's illustrations create a lullaby to ensure the sweetest of dreams.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 06 January 2022
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

The sun sets on the vast savannah, casting a warm orange glow over the landscape. Ten lion cubs, each with their own unique personality and quirks, emerge from the shadows of the trees, their eyes filled with curiosity and excitement. They navigate through the winding paths of the savannah, encountering various animals along the way.

A group of playful monkeys swing from branch to branch, their tails flashing as they playfully banter with the cubs. A herd of majestic wildebeest grazes on the grasslands, their ears flicking in the distance as they sense the presence of predators. The cubs watch in awe as the wildebeest run in a flurry of speed and power.

As the night grows darker, the cubs find themselves in a secluded clearing. They huddle together, their fur ruffling in the cool breeze, as they listen to the sounds of the savannah. The rustling of leaves, the calls of distant animals, and the distant roar of a lioness all contribute to the peaceful atmosphere.

Just as the moon rises high in the sky, the ten lion cubs curl up together, their tails twitching with anticipation. Their mother, a wise and experienced lioness, watches over them with a protective gaze, ensuring that they are safe and secure. As they drift off to sleep, the cubs dream of adventures and exploration, of running through the savannah with their siblings and playing in the sun.

Kate Banks's lyrical text, accompanied by Lauren Tobias's charming illustrations, creates a soothing and enchanting lullaby that will transport young readers to a world of imagination and wonder. The combination of beautiful imagery and gentle storytelling ensures that even the youngest readers will be captivated by the tale of the ten lion cubs and their journey home through the savannah.

Weight: 354g
Dimension: 256 x 236 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529503401