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When Night Comes Calling

When two siblings head outdoors on a nighttime hike, they experience the awe-inspiring wonders that take place in the natural world when most people are sleeping.

From the night sky with its glorious celestial displays to the nocturnal insects and animals that only venture out in the dark, there’s an abundance of activity going on once the sun goes down and the stars come out. Tree frogs chirp their throaty songs, bats soar after buzzing mosquitoes, and a Luna moth flutters on its angel-like wings. But finally, it’s time to head back home to a cozy bed, and dream of the next night’s outdoor adventure.

Rhyming text and lush artwork bring the wonders of the nocturnal natural world to life. Back matter includes information about the celestial objects and the nocturnal creatures featured throughout the book, as well as an explanation of light pollution and how it affects wildlife.

Format List Price Your Price Qty
On pre-order until 04/01/2025 $18.99 $18.99
Interest Level Kindergarten - Grade 3
Reading Level Grade 1
Dewey E
Lexile
ATOS Reading Level
Guided Reading Level
Publisher Sleeping Bear Press
Language English
Available Formats Hardcover (9781534113367), PDF (9781668955925), ePub (9781668955413), Hosted ebook (9781668955581), Kindle (9781668955758)
Copyright 2025
Number of Pages 32
Dimensions 11 x 9
Graphics Full-color illustrations

Author: Cynthia Schumerth

Cynthia Schumerth is an award-winning children’s author. She lives in Wisconsin with her husband, John, and their rescue dog, Chance. Cynthia’s debut picture book, Let’s Pop, Pop, Popcorn, won the National Horticultural Society’s Growing Good Kids Award, and the Maryland Blue Crab Young Readers Award. She is a Published and Listed (PAL) member of the Society of Children’s Writer’s and Illustrators. Find more out about Cynthia at https://www.cynthiaschumerth.com.

Illustrator: Sheryl Murray

Sheryl Murray grew up near Chicago in a lively family of eight kids. There were so many children, her dad converted a big yellow school bus to take them on camping adventures in the wilds of Wisconsin and Michigan every summer. Her family spent many wonderful nights by the campfire, exploring the dark woods, and looking up at the stars. Today Sheryl illustrates books from her studio in Portland, Oregon, near forested trails and mountain meadows perfect for watching meteor showers.

Educational front/back matter
Original artwork
Full-color illustrations