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When the Sun Goes Down
  • Published: 30 June 2026
  • ISBN: 9780593649800
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 40
  • RRP: $32.99

When the Sun Goes Down

A Bedtime Book

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Discover where creatures go when the sun goes down in this interractive and rhythmic bedtime read for sleepy animal lovers by an award-winning creator!

Discover where creatures go when the sun goes down in this interactive and rhythmic bedtime read for sleepy animal lovers by an award-winning creator!

“This is my new favorite book. It is the perfect book. I love it.”—Scott Campbell, creator of the Cabin Head and Tree Head series

Butterfly
Butterfly

Where do you go?
Where do you go
when the sun goes down?

I go under a leaf.
I find a good leaf,
and crawl underneath.

The sun is going down and creatures outside and inside the house are ready for sleep. But where do they go? Come along as a young girl spends her evening learning just where butterflies and kittens go to get their rest. Through soothing and interactive dialogue, the creatures answer the question “where do you go when the sun goes down?” until the girl finally makes her way safe and sound to bed.

Perfect for curious children and restless readers who need one more story before bed, this engaging picture book gives readers a peek into the nighttime habits of some of their favorite creatures. Award-winning author Greg Pizzoli's gentle rhythmic text and snug illustrations make this the perfect last read before turning out the light.
  • Published: 30 June 2026
  • ISBN: 9780593649800
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 40
  • RRP: $32.99
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About the author

Greg Pizzoli

Greg Pizzoli is the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award-winning creator of the Baloney and Friends graphic novel series, as well as the author and illustrator of the picture books The Watermelon Seed, Good Night Owl, and The Book Hog. He also writes nonfiction for kids, including The New York Times Best Illustrated title Tricky Vic, and PIZZA! A Slice of History.

Greg Pizzoli works in a studio he shares with his wife Kay Healy, who is a printmaker and author. They live in Philadelphia with their two daughters.
portrait photo of Greg Pizzoli

Also by Greg Pizzoli

Earl & Worm #3: Snow Problem and Other Stories
Earl & Worm #2: The Big Mess and Other Stories
Lucky Duck
Hooray for DNA!
Pizza!
Crunch the Shy Dinosaur
The Quest for Z
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Praise for When the Sun Goes Down

Praise for Lucky Duck:
"It’s a lucky thing indeed that this book is as great a joy to read aloud as it is." —Kirkus Reviews
"This amusing, clever take on familiar tropes will be a favorite in storytimes and homes." —The Horn Book

Praise for The Watermelon Seed:
"[A]n expert debut." —Publishers Weekly, starred review
"Children will love this hilarious book." —School Library Journal, starred review

Praise for Good Night Owl:
"Entertaining bedtime drama that works equally well for new readers and for sharing aloud." —The Horn Book

Praise for Lucky Duck:
"It’s a lucky thing indeed that this book is as great a joy to read aloud as it is." —Kirkus Reviews
"This amusing, clever take on familiar tropes will be a favorite in storytimes and homes." —The Horn Book

Praise for The Watermelon Seed:
"[A]n expert debut." —Publishers Weekly, starred review
"Children will love this hilarious book." —School Library Journal, starred review

Praise for Good Night Owl:
"Entertaining bedtime drama that works equally well for new readers and for sharing aloud." —The Horn Book