When Twilight Comes: The Animals and Plants That Bring Dawn and Dusk to Life

K-Gr 3–Amid the stillness of dawn and the restlessness of dusk, a secret world comes alive but only if one takes time to notice it. On a hillside, animals stir in the hours of twilight. Squashbees, beavers, bats, and more make an appearance; readers will glimpse the lives of critters on the edges of daylight. Atkins (One Step Forward) makes deliberate and atmospheric word choices to craft poetic prose, where each page turn reveals affecting, effective stanzas more than capable of standing alone. From endpapers to appendices, Morin’s paintings in gouache and watercolor capture the vibrant beauty of the quiet moments in nature. Concluding with a visual guide, glossary, works cited, and further reading, this work has tools to satisfy curious minds and inspire further exploration by the next generation of naturalists. Perfect for bedtime stories and school lessons alike, words and art show there is no shortage of comfort and knowledge to be found in the spaces between day and night.