Awards

• Commended for Carnegie Medal for Illustration 2026
• Runner-up for Teach Early Years 2025

Overview

From the bestselling and award-winning creator of They All Saw a Cat comes a bold and playful exploration of how the sun touches all life on earth - perfect for celebrating Earth Day!   Good golden sun, there is much we'd like to know! Are you happy? Are you lonely? Are you feeling well today? Does your belly ever ache? Won't you come down to play? From sunbeam, to flower, to insect, to animal, to plant, to soil, and the earth itself...the sun makes, moves, and transforms life all around us. Celebrate the mysteries of light from sunup to sundown as it weaves its way through creation inspiring change, hope, wonder, and curiosity. 

Full Product Details

9781836300328

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Reviews

‘Illuminating in every way, this beautiful picture book demonstrates the connection between all living creatures and our reliance on the good golden sun, which, despite all the questions asked, retains its mystery throughout, silent above the busy world. Brendan Wenzel’s illustrations, reminiscent of Eric Carle’s, mix collage, watercolour and digital art to extraordinary effect, each spread a visual treat. Recommended for readers of all ages.’ Books for Keeps   ‘A rich, vibrant celebration of sunshine; this book spills light through its pages. The song-like story guides the reader on a path from sunrise to sunset charting the sun’s daily journey … A gorgeous story for a lucky child and a precious reminder to enjoy life when the sun shines.’ Children’s Books Ireland   ‘From dawn to sunset, the book celebrates the mysteries of light as it weaves its way through the world. Using bold, youthful collage-style art, Wenzel's mastery of visual storytelling, with a clue before every page turn of what might come, adds to the bold and playful exploration of the lifegiving power of our nearest star. Sunshine all the way...’ Lancashire Evening Post   ‘The illustrations glow with colour, making the book a visual treat and one to linger over. The ending offers a wonderful possibility for piquing children’s imagination and creativity by encouraging them to think of all the questions which they might ask the moon. There is much to enjoy here!’ Through the Bookshelf

Author Information

Brendan Wenzel is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator, creator of the Caldecott Honor book They All Saw a Cat. In the UK, Brendan's Good Golden Sun has been nominated for the Carnegie Award and Highly commended and shortlisted for the Teach Early Years Award. Brendan is an ardent conservationist and proud collaborator with organizations working to ensure the future of wild places and threatened creatures. You can find more of his work at brendanwenzel.info. 

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