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When the Sun Goes Home

When the Sun Goes Home

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The sun rises and sets, but it also feels lonely and sad. One day, it falls from the sky and needs help, but will anyone hear its call? This story teaches about friendship, emotions, and kindness.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 05 August 2021
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group


The sun, a radiant celestial entity, graces the Earth with its warm and cheerful presence, rising and shining above us with a glorious smile that fills our hearts with joy. As the day progresses, the sun gracefully dips below the horizon, bidding farewell until it reappears the next day. However, what many people may not realize is the fascinating activities that the sun engages in after returning home.

The sun, with its immense power and radiance, possesses a deep desire to bring happiness to all beings. However, beneath its glorious exterior, there are times when the sun feels a sense of unease and loneliness. After a long day of spreading joy and light, the sun returns to its celestial abode, feeling a twinge of sadness that it cannot continue to brighten the world indefinitely.

Despite this, the sun remains steadfast in its commitment to spreading happiness. It believes that it has no choice but to carry on shining, no matter what challenges or obstacles may arise. It tirelessly emits its rays, warming the Earth and bringing life to all living creatures.

However, one fateful day, disaster strikes. The sun, in its infinite wisdom, decides to take a break from its duties and enjoy a well-deserved rest. However, unbeknownst to it, a strong gust of wind catches hold of the sun, causing it to fall from the sky.

As the sun descends towards the Earth, it emits a loud and desperate cry for help. The sound echoes through the sky, reaching the ears of all who are fortunate enough to hear it. The sun's friends, the stars, the moon, and the planets, all rush to its aid, using their combined power to slow its descent and prevent it from causing any harm.

Together, they manage to bring the sun back to its rightful place in the sky, where it can continue to shine and bring happiness to all. The sun is grateful for the love and support of its friends, and it knows that it can always count on them in times of need.

From that day on, the sun learns to appreciate the importance of taking breaks and enjoying some downtime. It understands that even though it is a powerful celestial entity, it is not invincible and that it needs the support of its friends to continue shining.

This heartwarming and original bedtime story teaches us valuable lessons about friendship, emotions, and kindness. It reminds us that even the sun, with all its brilliance, can feel lonely and in need of support. It encourages us to be there for our friends, to offer them love and encouragement, and to help them in times of need.

As we close our eyes and drift off to sleep, let us remember the story of the sun and its friends. Let us strive to be like the sun, spreading happiness and light wherever we go, and to always be there for those who need us.

Weight: 212g
Dimension: 239 x 300 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781408358313

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