A #OwnVoices New York Times and CBC Books best - selling love letter penned by an Indigenous mother to her newborn. This new work comes from the well - known author Tasha Spillett - Sumner and the 2021 Caldecott winning illustrator Michaela Goade, celebrating the beauty of a baby's arrival. Inspired by Indigenous creation stories and traditional teachings, and brought to life with stunning watercolor illustrations, I Sang You Down from the Stars pays homage to the special bond between mother and child. The narrator collects items for a medicine bundle before the baby's birth, like a soft white eagle plume, bunches of cedar and sage, a quilted star blanket, and a small river stone. When the baby arrives, the mother shares the bundle and explains the significance of each item. But she soon discovers that the baby also brings gifts, being a sacred baby bundle. Written in simple yet lyrical text, Tasha Spillett - Sumner uses her cultural heritage to honor Indigenous traditions and the universal love of a mother, accompanied by amazing art from the 2021 Caldecott medal winner for We Are Water Protectors, Michela Goade.
This is a beautiful book that you can enjoy with your family. To use it, simply sit down with your little one and start reading the touching story together. As you read, take time to look at the wonderful watercolor illustrations. It can be a great bedtime story or a reading time during the day. There aren't really any special precautions for this book. Just keep it away from water to avoid damaging the pages. If the book gets dirty, you can gently wipe it with a dry cloth. Store it in a dry and cool place to keep it in good condition for a long time.
