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Kaia and the Sun: A Children's Story About the Science of Day and Night for Kids Ages 4-8
Hardcover
Series: I Wonder Why..., Book 1
Bedtime & DreamsScience & Nature
Publisher: Onelove Kids Press, LLC
Published: Oct 7 2025
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
From her warm, sunlit home in Jamaica, a curious child named Kaia spends her day basking in golden rays, playing on the sandy beach, and swinging with laughter under a bountiful cashew tree. But as the sun dips below the horizon, questions begin to form in her mind: Why does the sun leave? Where does it go? With the comforting presence of her grandmother by day and her mother at bedtime, Kaia begins a gentle journey to understand the magic of day turning into night.
Kaia and the Sun is a beautifully illustrated, heartwarming picture book that celebrates:
- The natural wonder of the sun and sky
- Multi-generational family love
- The vibrant beauty of Jamaica
- A child's curiosity and emotional world
- Our shared connection to the natural world
- Our shared connection to each other as global neighbors
Kaia's lyrical, poetic story, rich with sensory details, is ideal for bedtime snuggles, classroom discussions, or STEM-themed learning. It combines scientific wonder with emotional warmth, making complex concepts accessible through a child's natural curiosity and a mother's loving guidance. Enjoy bonus materials and activities that extend learning beyond the book.
The first book in the I Wonder Why... series, this story is a great choice for curious kids ages 4-8, parents, grandparents, teachers, homeschoolers, friends and relatives looking for an engaging blend of science and storytelling. Kaia and the Sun will inspire wonder and brighten hearts, long after the sun has set.
If your child has ever wondered why the sun disappears, this book is the perfect place to begin. Give the gift of reading this year; add book 1 of Curious Kaia's 'I Wonder Why' adventure series to your child's reading library.
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