Book Series · 3 Books

When the World Books

In order from When the World Is Ready for Bed to When the World Is Full of Friends.

The When the World series is a set of 3 board books by Gillian Shields, published between 2009 and 2016. Written for ages 0–6, most books run about 25 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1398

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2009

When the World Is Ready for Bed

By Gillian Shields, Anna Currey (Illustrator)

As night falls, the world drifts into a gentle slumber.

32 pages

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Hardcover

Summary: As the sun sets and the sky darkens, a rabbit family winds down their day. They tidy up, reflect on their adventures, and share a bedtime story. Will the soothing lullabies of the night guide them to peaceful dreams?

The complete set

When the World Series

3 books · Published 2009–2016

Series

Sale price

$1398

When the World Is Ready for Bed

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2009

As night falls, the world drifts into a gentle slumber.

Series

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$958

When the World Was Waiting for You

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2011

Celebrate the joy and anticipation of a new baby's arrival.

Series

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$759

When the World Is Full of Friends

Board Book · Ages 3–6 · 2016

New friends across the stream bring unexpected challenges and joy.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the When the World series?

There are 3 books in the When the World series. It began with When the World Is Ready for Bed in 2009, and the newest book, When the World Is Full of Friends, was published in 2016.