Joanna Liu

Ming and Joanna Liu were inspired to write When I Wake Up by their daughter who loved to ask "Where are we going tomorrow, what are we doing tomorrow?" before going to bed.

Beyond having a fun rhythm and colorful illustrations that capture the child’s imagination, this book also offers a number of underlying benefits. The story introduces to children the basic concept of time, exposing them to the idea of day & night, today & tomorrow. It also helps children develop reasoning and logic skills as they learn about trade-offs and rewards. To help expand a child’s vocabulary, the authors use preschool verbs to introduce every activity in the

book. This whimsical story sends a positive message about going to sleep and is a perfect companion to every bedtime ritual.