Hush!: A Thai Lullaby facts for kids
| Author | Minfong Ho |
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| Illustrator | Holly Meade |
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Publication date
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1996 |
| Awards | 1997 Caldecott Honor (illustration) |
Hush!: A Thai Lullaby is a charming children's book from 1996. It was written by Minfong Ho and beautifully illustrated by Holly Meade. This book even won a special award called the Caldecott Honor in 1997 for its amazing pictures! It's a perfect bedtime story that helps little ones drift off to sleep.
Contents
The Story of Hush!
The book tells a simple and sweet story. A loving Thai mother wants her baby to sleep. She asks all the animals around her to be quiet. She whispers to them not to make a sound.
Who Needs to Be Quiet?
The mother gently asks different animals to hush. She says things like, "Lizard, lizard, don't come peeping..." She also tells the "White duck, white duck, don't come beeping..."
She reminds each animal that her baby is sleeping. The story repeats this pattern with many woodland creatures. Each animal is asked to be quiet.
A Surprising Ending
As the story goes on, all the animals fall asleep. Even the mother herself gets sleepy and drifts off. But guess what? The baby is still wide awake! This funny twist makes the book special. It shows how hard it can be to get a baby to sleep.
About the Creators
This book was created by two talented people. Minfong Ho wrote the words. Holly Meade drew the wonderful pictures.
Minfong Ho: The Author
Minfong Ho is an author from Thailand. She often writes stories about life in Southeast Asia. Her books help readers learn about different cultures. She writes for both children and young adults.
Holly Meade: The Illustrator
Holly Meade is an artist known for her unique style. She uses woodcut prints to create her illustrations. This method gives her pictures a special look. Her artwork in Hush!: A Thai Lullaby is why she won the Caldecott Honor.
The Caldecott Honor
The Caldecott Honor is a very important award. It is given to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. The Caldecott Medal is the top prize. The Caldecott Honor is given to other excellent books. Winning this award means the illustrations are truly outstanding.
Why Kids Love This Book
Hush!: A Thai Lullaby became popular very quickly. It is often used as a bedtime story for young children. The simple, rhyming text is easy to follow. The repetitive nature helps children relax. The beautiful illustrations also make it a joy to read. It's a peaceful story that helps little ones get ready for sleep.
