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Dusk Explorers Hardcover – Picture Book, June 2, 2020

by Lindsay Leslie (Author), Ellen Rooney (Illustrator)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 59 ratings
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It's that special time of evening, when the hours and the possibilities seem endless: Light is fading. A buzz of excitement and wonder takes over the neighborhood....What outdoor adventures await? Join a diverse group of suburban kids as they dash and dodge in classic street games like tag and kick-the-can and reconnect with nature's simple pleasures catching frogs, hunting fireflies, and climbing trees. These explorers play, laugh, and make the most of their own front yards right up until their parents call out that "It's time to come home!" But when the sun begins to set tomorrow, they'll be back for more evening excitement!

This ode to the timeless magic of summer evenings spent outside will remind kids of the fun and friends that wait just outside their doors and leave adults smiling with nostalgia for their own dusk explorations.

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    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool and up
  5. Dimensions
    9.72 x 0.51 x 11.07 inches
  6. Publisher
    Page Street Kids
  7. Publication date
    June 2, 2020
  8. ISBN-10
    1624148719
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1624148712
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"Ending with an invitation to all dusk explorers, this book persuasively advocates for unplugged, tech-free days, beckoning readers to get outside and play, play, play." -- Kirkus, Starred review

"This title will bring back childhood memories of innocent play for adults and spark interest in children to go out in nature and enjoy technology-free time with friends and family." -- School Library Journal

"In Leslie's lyrical narrative, children are observed in a work that is as interested in poetry as it is in the busy, unencumbered experience of exploratory play." -- Publishers Weekly

"It's a tribute to carefree summer evenings and an ideal choice for inspiring outdoor exploration and appreciation." -- Foreword Reviews

"Young readers will be eager for their own outdoor adventures by the end, and grown-ups reading aloud will no doubt feel nostalgia for the perfect summer evenings of their youth." -- Booklist

About the Author

Lindsay Leslie, author of This Book Is Spineless and Nova the Star Eater, enjoys spending evenings outdoors with her family. She graduated from the University of Texas and has more than fifteen years of writing experience in marketing and public relations. She lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, two boys, two fur-beasts, a guinea pig, and a tortoise. 

Ellen Rooney, who also illustrated Her Fearless Run, loves illustrating and designing nature-related work. She has her BFA from the University of Victoria. A painter, printmaker, and collage artist, she resides in British Columbia, Canada, with her husband.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Page Street Kids; Illustrated edition (June 2, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1624148719
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1624148712
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.12 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.72 x 0.51 x 11.07 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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    A diary keeper, a journalism major, a public relations executive, now children's author--Lindsay Leslie has always operated in a world of written words. She likes to bring her unique outlook on life, quirky humor, and play with words to the page in picture books. Lindsay is the author of THIS BOOK IS SPINELESS, NOVA THE STAR EATER, DUSK EXPLORERS (Page Street Kids), and SO YOU WANT TO BUILD A LIBRARY (Capstone). Lindsay graduated from The University of Texas at Austin and lives with her husband, two boys, two fur-beasts, and a guinea pig in Austin. Connect with Lindsay on Twitter (@lleslie), Instagram (@lindsaylesliewrites) or on her website (lindsayleslie.com).

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I loved the simple text by Lindsay Leslie and lush collage art by Ellen Rooney. This “slice of life” perfectly captures the magic of twilight through a child’s eyes and invites us all to explore our own neighborhoods through that lens.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Illustrations
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2020
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When I first saw this I thought about my own 4 kids who make a habit of going out and staying outside until I absolutely make them come inside because it’s dark. We don’t generally have a lot of neighborhood kids they are playing with and exploring with, but I can see how that might be a difficult reminder during shelter in place if that’s your normal summer. The illustrations are lovely and per my usual, I love that the title allows us to discuss all the synonyms for “dusk”. It is a fun and magical time during the summer and I love how this book brings that time to life.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fun childhood memories
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2020
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Before I became an adult who doesn't care for the outdoors I was a child that loved playing outside until the street lights came on. As I read this book I was reminded of the fun I had as a child and wanted to relive these moments with my children. Lindsey Leslie does a great job showing us what happens when the Dusk Explorers come out and enjoy all what nature has to offer. Great book with beautiful illustrations.
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Tallone
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding additions to any child's library!
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2020
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This was a gift to my nieces twin boys. She sent me a picture of the boys sitting quietly mesmerized by this book and she said the picture wasn't staged. They really really loved the illustrations as well as the story. They are about 4 and avid readers for that age.
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Ryan Roberts
5.0 out of 5 stars A Lovely Ode to the Magical Time of Dusk
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2020
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What a beautiful tribute to the magical things that happen at dusk. From catching lightning bugs to soaking up every last drop of playtime before your parents call you inside, this book will fill parents with nostalgia and make kids want to get outside!
Perfect book for summer!
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Leah Kaminsky
5.0 out of 5 stars A Magical Experience
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2020
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What a wonderful little book! Captures entirely the magical feeling of running free, ensconced in childhood imagination and the beauty of the natural world. The illustrations are gorgeous and mesmerizing (truly stunning), and the text is pitch perfect. Such a lovely treat!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Such a nostalgic book for me...
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2020
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and a great peek into what childhood was like for my kids. The writing is fun, the illustrations are gorgeous. I am so happy to have this book.
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Daniel W. Marvin
5.0 out of 5 stars All the summertime vibes
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2020
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What a great way for kids to kick off the summer. I highly recommend this book for its vivid language and imagery and overall summertime vibes.
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Destiny Decker
2.0 out of 5 stars Grammatically awkward
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2022
This is a really tricky book to read aloud. There aren't complete sentences. What is the noun? It's just so awkward and I didn't like reading it to my kids.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 14, 2020
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Great book with fab illustrations
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Andrea
2.0 out of 5 stars Basic storyline
Reviewed in Canada on December 19, 2022
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I found this to be a basic story…not what I expected: in-depth adventure into dusk
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