About this item
This is the story of one baby's journey from her birth parents in China, who dream of a better life for their daughter, to her adoptive parents on the other side of the world, who dream of the life they can give her.A turtle, a peacock, a monkey, a panda, and some fish shepherd the baby as she floats in a basket on a moonlit, winding river into the loving arms of her new parents. Perfect for bedtime reading, Karen Henry Clark's poetic text, reminiscent of a lullaby, and Patrice Barton's textured and gentle-hued illustrations capture the great love between parents and children and the miraculous journey of adoption.
About the Author
Because I loved books even more than candy or birthdays, I decided to write one when I was four years old. When I realized no one could read my loops and dots, I dictated the story to my father. He patiently wrote it on my blue-lined tablet. My mother read it with me daily, insisting it was the most exciting tale she had ever heard.
Getting published became my ambition. I had no idea how difficult this would be.
After decades of rejection, I complained to a successful author who had generously taken me under her wing. Wisely she said, "If you stop submitting your stories, you will not be published. I promise. Maybe you should do something else--like become a waitress."
Years later I discovered the right story when we adopted our daughter from China. I made up an adventure about her imaginary journey down the Pearl River. SWEET MOON BABY became my first published book.
To date, I have not become a waitress.
Discover the book's back story, child-centered art/writing/math activities, and my blog at www.karenhenryclark.com. You can submit your drawings!
