Good Night, Good Beach
Age 2+
Picture Books
An evocative and beautiful bedtime picture book that distils the essence of summer at the beach—skin sticky with salt, sandy feet, waves hush-hushing and a shell under the pillow.
This simple poem by internationally renowned Joy Cowley transports the reader instantly to a childhood summer.
Summer holidays by the sea have a rhythm all their own. With a few well chosen images Cowley takes us straight to the end of a long hot day, with beach treasures under the pillow, the sound of the waves and the salty smell of the sea.
Hilary Jean Tapper’s warm watercolour and ink illustrations bring to vivid life a quintessential childhood experience.
"An ideal bedtime story, where every word counts." The Source, Magpies
"One you will read so often, you’ll know it off by heart and your kids will start joining in." The Sapling
"As soothing as that rhythm of the surf rolling in, making it a perfect bedtime story at the end of the day." Just So Stories
Creators
Joy Cowley is one of New Zealand’s best-loved writers for children and adults, with an international reputation. She has won a multitude of awards and honours for her bestselling books, including the Prime Minister's Award for contribution to literature. She was shortlisted for the Hans Christian Andersen Award in 2018.
Hilary Jean Tapper is an illustrator and creative arts therapist. Her picture books include What To Say (by Davina Bell) and A Stick and A Stone (written by Sarina Dickson).
Reviews
An ideal bedtime story, where every word counts.
The Source, Magpies
All the happy memories of being at the beach for a holiday will be recalled as this lovely book is read… The evocative illustrations are like memories – recalling past holidays at the beach with extended family and friends,
ReadPlus
One you will read so often, you’ll know it off by heart and your kids will start joining in
The Sapling
As soothing as that rhythm of the surf rolling in, making it a perfect bedtime story at the end of the day
Just So Stories
Good Night, Good Beach is a simple but powerful book that captures the joy of childhood and is a story families will treasure.
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