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On the night you were born,
the moon smiled with such wonder that the stars peeked in to see you and the night wind whispered.
“Life will never be the same.”
On the night you were born, the whole world came alive with thanksgiving. The moon stayed up till morning. The geese flew home to celebrate. Polar bears danced.
On the night you were born you brought wonder and magic to the world. Here is a book that celebrates you. It is meant to be carried wherever life takes you, over all the roads, through all the years.
This debut picture book by Nancy Tillman has touched the hearts of readers of all ages, from the youngest readers, to new mothers, to grandparents. A New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestselling book, On the Night You Were Born is sure to be a beloved addition to family libraries.
"On the night you were born, the moon smiles with such wonder that the stars peeked in to see you and the night wind whispered, 'Life will never be the same.'" With its clear poetic text and soothing pictures, On the Night You Were Born celebrates the birth and worth of every child. A resilient bestseller.
Praise for On the Night You Were Born:
“This is one of those rare baby books that make both skeptics and sentimentalists of all ages happy.”—Publishers Weekly
“A beautiful tribute to the uniqueness of every child.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Many parents will welcome this opportunity to tell their children how special and loved they are.”—Booklist
“Rhyming text extols and celebrates the uniqueness of a newborn.”—School Library Journal
Praise for It’s Time to Sleep, My Love:
“As in On the Night You Were Born, the words directly address a young listener with comforting, fanciful imagery . . . Culminating in a final scene of a sleeping child in a floating bed under a watchful moon, this gentle, tender offering will buoy children with its strong messages of safety and love.”—Booklist
“A luxuriant bedtime retreat for children and parents alike.”—Kirkus Reviews
K-Gr 2
Rhyming text extols and celebrates the uniqueness of a newborn. "Because there had never been anyone like you…ever in the world." As the news of the birth travels, creatures around the world celebrate. "When the polar bears heard, they danced until dawn." "…the geese flew home." "Heaven blew every trumpet…." The text sits on white pages opposite large, richly colored illustrations. The moon appears in all of the paintings—as reassuring as the text's sentiment. Golden musical notes float across the sky as white polar bears dance and giraffes sway to the sounds of the moon's saxophone. The dark blue night skies make a beautiful and dramatic setting for this special night. The painterly art and poetic quality of the text make this an attractive book. Parents and grandparents are most likely to appreciate it, but they will undoubtedly want to share it with a child.
—Carolyn JanssenCopyright 2006 Reed Business Information.
On the night you were born,
the moon smiled with such wonder
that the stars peeked in to see you
and the night wind whispered.
“Life will never be the same.”
Because there had never been anyone like you . . . ever in the world.
Anonymous
Posted Thu Dec 11 00:00:00 EST 2008
This is a wonderful story. My daughter and I read it almost every night. Believe me she knows how special she really is - all the bears dancing for her. And, every morning when we see "Luna" she tells me she has to give her a smile. Lovely illustrations.
19 out of 20 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sat Oct 10 00:00:00 EDT 2009
I love this book~I gave it to my newest grandaughter when she was born and read it to her the night she came home from the hospital. I chose a time when just the two of us could be quietly alone in her nursery to read it to her for the first time. It was a VERY special time for me and one I will never forget. The story and words are beautiful~I know I will read it many many times over in coming years. I love it so much that I gave a copy to friend to read to her grandbabies and she loves it also. I keep another one at my own home for when the babies visit. I recommend this precious book to all grandmothers, parents and even friends.
10 out of 12 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Mon Oct 27 00:00:00 EDT 2008
Our baby was born at night and this book says everything you wish you could say but cant find the words.
8 out of 9 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sat Oct 10 00:00:00 EDT 2009
This book conveys the emotion of a new baby, the wonder and magic of a tiny human being. I have given it as a gift to new parents and grandparents.
6 out of 7 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Fri Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2007
Books really are friends to treasure and this one stands out at the top of my list. It is not only beautifully illustrated, but every page holds an important message for all children: they are a special miracle. I initially purchased two copies as Christmas gifts for my new grandsons. I was so impressed and touched by the book that I purchased another copy for us. My husband found the book so touching he suggested we give this book as our standard baby gift for co-workers. I truly love this simple storybook and think it's the best children's book I've seen in years.
6 out of 7 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.How reassuring, empowering, and life enhancing for a child to be told that he or she is so very special that 'You are the one and only ever you.' This is precisely what Nancy Tillman does in her beautifully illustrated picture book for the very young. Each page and full page color painting reenforces the idea of how unique and wonderful each person is. Ms. Tillman opens her narrative with 'On the night you were born, the moon smiled with such wonder that the stars peeked in to see you and the night wind whispered, `Life will never be the same,' Because there had never been anyone like you...ever in the world.' As we reach the closing of this heartening story we are reminded that the world has never known 'a you' and it never will again. On the Night You Were Born is a celebration of our uniqueness as well as a validation of our worth. A wonderful reminder for all! - Gail Cooke
5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Mon Apr 11 00:00:00 EDT 2011
the version I downloaded was a read to me and it skips and stutters all through the reading process not very happy with it.
4 out of 5 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.This is so cute to have for a newborn. And great for gift giving.
4 out of 5 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Mon Oct 26 00:00:00 EDT 2009
We are an OBGYN office and purchased this book as a gift to our mothers on the day of their delivery. It is very heartwarming!
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sat May 22 00:00:00 EDT 2010
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I highly recommend this book and author to anyone looking for a very cute and sweet story for any child. It is a wonderful story and has beautiful artwork. I purchased the board book version as I was giving it as a baby gift, but the hardcover version is equally as nice.
3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sat May 15 00:00:00 EDT 2010
I was given this book after delivering my son in the hospital. He is 2 years old and we still read it! The illustrations and message are beautiful. He loves to find the animals in each picture. I always give this book to friends after they have children. The message is all about how animals, the sun, and the moon all are celebrating "you". It says, "The Polar Bears danced until dawn the next day" (..on the night you were born). So, if they seem tired at the zoo, it's because they were dancing for you, etc. The unique illustrations have details in them that really entertain my son.
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Wed Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2010
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With two sons, my mind does seem to always go back to their birth. What a wonderful time. This book captures a lot of the feelings I have but could not put into words myself. It's one of the boys favorites and reminds them of just how special they both are. No second thoughts at all in recommending this book for your home library. Cherish it and your kids!
3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sun Feb 21 00:00:00 EST 2010
I've purchased several copies of the book as baby gifts. Definitely a book to cherish and reread often to remind children of how unique and precious they are.
3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sat Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2010
This is a must have for new parents. It emphasizes the love parents have for their children. Would make a great shower gift.
3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sat Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2010
I have purchased at least 4 copies of this book in the last year. It's a wonderful baby gift. Beautifully written and illustrated. I keep a copy on hand at all times for gift giving.
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Mon Jan 18 00:00:00 EST 2010
Excellent book and great illustrations. I would recommend this to anyone wanting to buy a book for a parent to read to their child.
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Wed Jan 06 00:00:00 EST 2010
I bought this for my daughter for her first Christmas. She is 11 months old, and she loves to hear the words and look at the pictures. I think the story line is beautiful, and the lesson goes deeper than most children's books. I highly recommend this as a baby shower or any "1st" gift. This is the type of book that reinforces how special your child is, and what parent wouldn't love that.
The illustrations are absolutely amazing, and I believe I enjoy reading it as much as she enjoys hearing it.
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sat Oct 31 00:00:00 EDT 2009
This is a wonderful book, very calming, and perfect for bedtime. The words will make any child feel special. Very few words on each page makes either a quick read or lingering over the lovely graphics. Holds toddlers attention. My grandchildren are each captivated, and listen patiently waiting for each page.
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sun Oct 04 00:00:00 EDT 2009
This book was such a pleasant surprise. The artwork is so beautifukl, I'm tempted to frame it. The story is spiritual and enchanting. I love reading it to my son who was 3 months when we first read the book. He is 4 months now and loves it every time we read it.
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sat Sep 26 00:00:00 EDT 2009
A must for any baby. I try to read it out loud to my son but cry every time!
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Overview
On the night you were born,
the moon smiled with such wonder that the stars peeked in to see you and the night wind whispered.
“Life will never be the same.”
On the night you were born, the whole world came alive with thanksgiving. The moon stayed up till morning. The geese flew home to celebrate. Polar bears danced.
On the night you were ...