One Round Moon and a Star for Me - Ingrid Mennen & Niki Daly. Hb HERE in MELB

Description: One Round Moon and a star for me a falling star summons neighbors and relations to welcome a little boy's new-born sibling, but the boy becomes concerned when his papa pays so much attention to the baby A young African boy watches a shooting star falling for his Mama's new baby. The whole village comes together to provide gifts for mother and child. But when he sees his papa smiling at the baby's tiny hands which are just like Papa's own hands, his heart grows dark, like a night with no moon. At last he asks, "Papa, are you really my Papa too?" Set against the backdrop of a rural South African village, Mennen's lyrical text coupled with Daly's evocative illustrations are filled with light and darkness; friendship and community spirit; love and hope, telling the universal story of a young boy's journey to discover his own place in the world.About the AuthorIngrid Mennen studied Languages and Art History at the University of Pretoria and Stellenbosch. She has recently returned to the University of Cape Town as a mature student, to further her studies in English literature. Ingrid's other titles include Somewhere in Africa, co-written with Niki Daly and illustrated by Nicolaas Maritz. One Round Moon was selected to represent South African children's books at the IBBY Conference in Groningen. About the Illustrator Niki Daly lives in South Africa with his wife, illustrator Jude Daly. He has written and illustrated many books for Frances Lincoln including the loveable Jamela books, Once Upon a Time and the spiritually up-lifting Fly, Eagle, Fly! by Christopher Gregowski.Very Engaging & Interesting read!ReviewsPublisher’s Weekly .. Atmospheric details particularize this affecting tale of a rural southern African boy whose mother has just given birth. The boy, narrating, begins with an expression of awe: ``A falling star, Mama! Look how Papa catches it in his warm brown blanket. See how it slips into his silver milk bucket. `A star for a new baby,' says Mama.'' After Papa proudly inspects the baby and announces, ``I'm the baby's father,'' the older boy wonders, ``Papa, are you really my papa too?'' Papa reassures him, promising that another star will fall from the sky just for him. The use of native terms (a ``tula-tula hush-hush song'') and references to local practices (sticking two stalks of grass above the door to signify a birth; celebrating the new arrival by flooring the hut with fresh cow-dung) enhance this journey abroad. Daly's gently reverent pencil-and-watercolor illustrations reinforce Mennen's comforting depiction of a world where a boy might indeed catch a star in his palm, and where the special quality of each child is valued. Ages 4-7. (Mar.)Kirkus review …… Enriched by an African setting, the familiar theme of reassuring a child about his secure place in the family after a new baby is born. The sky is very close to this Lesotho boy; Papa seems to catch a falling star in his milk bucket (`` `A star for a new baby,' says Mama''), and when he sees the rising sun the boy imagines that it's chasing the moon ``back to her empty hut.'' Mennen weaves other celestial images into her simple portrayal of such Lesotho customs for welcoming a baby as gifts of water, soap, or ``fresh cow-dung for a new floor.'' When Papa proudly identifies the child as his (`` `They look like my hands...' ''), the older child expresses misgivings: `` `...are you really my papa too?' '' Papa warmly confirms their relationship with another physical comparison—and also finds the little boy his own special star. Daly's freely rendered art reflects the family's joy and affection while nicely evoking the rural setting. Warmhearted and appealing; it might be wise, in sharing this, to discuss (especially with adoptees) other bases for parent-child bonding. (Picture book. 4-8)Marvellous Reading! WHY do ebayers buy from US?Because you KNOW what you're getting. My close up photos are of the actual item & form part of my description!! POSTAGE IS $12.90 WITHIN AUSTRALIAWe pack your books with care - using secure, lightweight, waterproof packaging to ensure that they are well protected in transit.*All items will be shipped within 3 business days of receipt of payment. Payment can be made by Direct Deposit Bank Transfer or Paypal. Check out my other items- *Buyer to make contact within 3 days of auction end and payment within 5 days. *Cash on pick up is fine. *Bank deposit & PAYPAL available. *Any questions? Just ask! Please look for my other items in our new Ebay Store 'Jingle Bells Books' ~ as there are lots & lots of old, RARE and COLLECTABLE BOOKS to be cleared from our bookshelves. We're new retirees downsizing from 30+ years teaching & clearing an 80 year, 3 generation private family collection of often valuable books ! *HAPPY TO COMBINE POSTAGE up to 3kilos of BOOKS can post WITHIN Australia for $16.90! THANKS FOR DROPPING BY

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