"In the Night Garden" by Barbara M. Joosse is a beautifully illustrated children's book that takes readers into a magical garden that comes alive at night. It follows a child as they venture through the garden, discovering the wonders of nighttime. The story captures the interplay between imagination and reality, inviting readers to experience the enchantment of the dark—where fireflies dance, flowers whisper, and the moon shines brightly. With lyrical prose and vivid imagery, the book emphasizes themes of wonder, exploration, and the beauty of nature, making it a cherished bedtime story that soothes and delights. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called In the Night Garden .

This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Henry Holt & Company .

Elizabeth Sayles has illustrated more than twenty books for children, including The Goldfish Yawned , which she also wrote. It was chosen as the Bank Street College Best Children's Book for 2005. She also illustrated I Already Know I Love You , by Billy Crystal, which was a #1 New York Times bestselling picture book. Elizabeth lives in Valley Cottage, New York. Barbara M. Joosse is the author of many books for children, including the bestsellers Mama, Do You Love Me? and Papa, Do You Love Me? . She lives in Cedarburg, Wisconsin.