From Publishers Weekly
Striking primitive illustrations aid in the retelling of this African folktale about the consequences of an overwhelming visit from Water and his people. Ages 4-8. Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Review
"An African folktale is interpreted with originality and harmony."
Review
"An African folktale is interpreted with originality and harmony."
Book Description
Sun and his wife, the moon, lived on Earth and built a large house so that the water people could visit. But so many poured in that they were forced to move to the sky.
Why the Sun and the Moon Live in the Sky ANNOTATION
"An adaptation of an African folktale is interpreted with originality and harmony in this handsome, intriguing picture."--Booklist.
FROM THE PUBLISHER
Sun and his wife, the moon, lived on Earth and built a large house so that the water people could visit. But so many poured in that they were forced to move to the sky.
FROM THE CRITICS
Publishers Weekly
Striking primitive illustrations aid in the retelling of this African folktale about the consequences of an overwhelming visit from Water and his people. Ages 4-8. (Apr.)