After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again) by Santat, Dan

A inspiring story of triumph and overcoming fears, perfect for graduations and new beginnings!
This uplifting twist to the beloved classic nursery rhyme is by the New York Times-bestselling creator of Caldecott Medal winner, The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend .

Everyone knows that when Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall. But what happened after?

Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat's poignant tale follows Humpty Dumpty, an avid bird watcher whose favorite place to be is high up on the city wall--that is, until after his famous fall. Now terrified of heights, Humpty can longer do many of the things he loves most.

Will he summon the courage to face his fear?

After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again) is a masterful picture book that will remind readers of all ages that Life begins when you get back up.

Share this book with readers seeking:
- Gentle and inspirational stories about coping with anxiety.
- Themes about new beginnings and overcoming obstacles in life.
- Stories that celebrate accomplishments and triumph.
- Family favorite books that become household classics.
- A graduation story to share with students, teachers, and recent graduates young and old.

2018 NCTE Charlotte Huck Award Winner
A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2017
A New York Times Notable Children's Book of 2017
A New York City Public Library Notable Best Book for Kids
A Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2017
A Horn Book Fanfare Best Book of 2017
An NPR Best Book of 2017

Author: Dan Santat
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
Published: 10/03/2017
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 11.10h x 8.80w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781626726826
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 2.6
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 191873 / After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 07/24/2017
Kirkus Reviews 08/01/2017 pg. 175
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 09/01/2017
School Library Journal 09/01/2017 pg. 114
Booklist 09/15/2017 pg. 56
BookPage 10/01/2017
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2017 pg. 87
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2018 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style

About the Author
Dan Santat is the Caldecott Medal-winning and New York Times-bestselling author and illustrator of The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend and the road trip/time travel adventure Are We There Yet? His artwork is also featured in numerous picture books, chapter books, and middle-grade novels, including Dav Pilkey's Ricky Ricotta series. Dan lives in Southern California with his wife, two kids, and many, many pets.