Patsy Cline’s Walkin’ After Midnight children’s book recommendation is by Angela Ferraris, The Retired School Librarian.
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Patsy Cline’s Walkin’ After Midnight
by Judith A Proffer (Author), Julie Dick Fudge (Author), Yoko Matsuoka (Illustrator)
Brief summary: Patsy Cline dreams of becoming a famous country singer. She daydreams while doing her chores, but her favorite time is dream-walking after midnight as she sleeps in her bed. She meets her beloved departed dog, Pepe, under the willow tree, where she shares her life events with the little dog.
Comments: This is an inspirational book about daydreaming and nightdreaming one’s goals. It encourages using the imagination to see oneself in the desired role, such as being onstage at Carnegie Hall or at the Grand Ole Opry.
The book was inspired by Patsy Cline’s hit “Walkin’ After Midnight”(1957). This picture book is co-written by Judith A. Proffer and Julie Dick Fudge, Patsy Cline’s daughter.
The illustrations are all double-paged, with a combination of print and cursive text in frames.
Rating: 4/5 đź“—đź“—đź“—đź“—
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*I was sent a complimentary copy of this book.
I included the song below for those who are not familiar with this country hit or, like me, just wanted to hear it.
(Citation of video: Vintage Uploads. (n.d.). Patsy Cline – Walkin’ After Midnight (Music Video) [HD]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6-ZxQ7ZYkY)
The selected children’s books are chosen by a highly qualified retired elementary school librarian who passionately reads and recommends picture books to teachers, school librarians, parents, grandparents, and other book enthusiasts.
Most of the books Mrs. Ferraris recommends are checked out from the public library. The only exception is the complimentary copies she receives for an honest review, which are duly noted.