Tuck Me In! is Nathan Pyle’s first book specifically for children. It’s a modern tall tale that introduces the concept of tides. Sleepy beaches want to be tucked in by the moon, but there isn’t enough ocean to blanket all the beaches at once. Moon creates a schedule called Tuck Ins Divided Evenly, or T.I.D.E., and everyone is happy.

This book is a great way to introduce toddlers to the idea of tides. It even touches on a tide’s relationship to the moon. It’s a fun read-aloud, too. There are clear character dialogue, solid color art, large text, and cute faces. However, like any tall tale, this book has more fiction than fact. Do not get this to fill a hole in your non-fiction collection.

Reviewed by Becky Cooper, Skidompha Library, Damariscotta