DESCRIPTION

Every veggie needs their shut-eye in this restful, charming story set in the community garden, illustrated by New York Times best-selling artist Zachariah OHora.
 
As the sun begins to set, the tomatoes are tuckered out, the cucumbers are calm, and the beets are simply beat.
 
But what’s got them all so exhausted?
 
Celebrate the turning of day to night in this perfect bedtime ritual for plants—and humans—everywhere!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Diana Murray writes poetry and books for children. Her other books include City Shapes, Summer Color!, One Snowy  Day, and Doris the Bookasaurus. She grew up in New York City and still lives nearby with her husband, two daughters, and many pets. Diana never met a vegetable she didn't like.

ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR

Zachariah OHora loves veggies, especially when they are pickled. He is the illustrator of the New York Times bestselling book Wolfie the Bunny. And he is the author and illustrator of a number of award-winning books including Niblet & Ralph, The Not So Quiet Library, and My Cousin Momo!

REVIEWS

 "In OHora’s sweet and funny acrylic art.... The childlike approach, appealing art, and relatable worm character...connect story and audience." —The Horn Book, STARRED review 

"Featuring vibrant illustrations, lively rhymes, and playful touches.... This artful take on familiar nighttime routines is ​an enjoyable blend of whimsical, cozy, and sweet." —Booklist 

"[S]teady rhythm, whimsical rhymes, abundant alliteration, and hand-lettered sleep-appropriate sounds to share like "zzzzz" and "snore! snore!" extend the read-aloud experience. A bedtime veggie feast for the eyes and ears." —Kirkus​ 

"[S]nuggled-in vegetables and sweet, lilting text offer an effectively snoozy bedtime rhyme." —Publishers Weekly