Brother Sun, Sister Moon
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2011

Brother Sun, Sister Moon

Written by Katherine Paterson

A poetic tribute to nature's beauty through Saint Francis's hymn.

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36 pages· ~500L
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Bookroo's summary

Experience the world through the eyes of Saint Francis of Assisi in this reimagined hymn of praise. With Pamela Dalton's breathtaking cut-paper illustrations, each page unfolds a celebration of nature's wonders. Discover the harmony between humanity and the natural world, and let the beauty of Brother Sun and Sister Moon inspire a deeper connection to the earth. What secrets does nature hold, and how can we honor its gifts?

From the publisher

In Brother Sun, Sister Moon, award-winning author Katherine Paterson re-imagines a hymn of praise originally written by Saint Francis of Assisi in 1224. Illuminated with the exquisite illustrations of cut-paper artist Pamela Dalton, this picture book offers a stunningly beautiful tribute to nature.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2011)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
36
Reading age
4–6
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~500L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.3
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
June 1, 2011
First published
April 29, 2011
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780811877343

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