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After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)

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Category: Signed Books

Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat's picture book about the aftermath of Humpty Dumpty's famous fall—and Humpty's determination to overcome his fear to reach great new heights.
Everyone knows that when Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall. But what happened after?

This captivating picture book from Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat follows Humpty Dumpty, an avid bird watcher who loves to be high up on the city wall. But after his fall, Humpty is terrified of heights and can no longer do his favorite things. He finally pulls together the courage to climb back up the wall. In a surprise twist, Humpty transforms, turning into a magnificent bird, and learns that sometimes you have to fall . . . before you can fly.

Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Joseph ★★★★★

I bought this for my nephew thinking it was just a cute sequel, but the story about Humpty being scared of heights after the fall got me a bit emotional. The signed copy is a nice touch for the shelf, though I'm tempted to keep it for myself.

Nicholas F. ★★★★★

The signed bookplate inside the cover makes this feel like a real keepsake, not just another picture book. My daughter asks for it every night now, and I've caught myself tearing up at the ending more than once.

Thomas ★★★★★

My son broke his arm last year and this book really helped him process the fear of falling again. The way Humpty rebuilds himself, both physically and emotionally, is handled with such care and the story genuinely inspires courage.