Ode to the Load

Name: Ode to the Load
Brand: Ode to the Load
Price: 35.75 AUD

An ode to those who carry the load

By: Jessica Dolan, Lydia Holder (Illustrator)

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Hardcover | 7 November 2025

At a Glance

Hardcover
40 Pages

Age
1 - 6

Grade
P - 2

Dimensions(cm)
25.4 x 20.32 x 0.25

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Counting Sleep

An ode to those who carry the load

Mama Sheep is exhausted and desperate for bed. But as she closes her eyes, her mind immediately starts racing. What about all of the chores that still need to be done, the laundry that needs folded, the appointments that need to be made?! So Mama takes matters into her own hands and tries all of the classic techniques to help her fall asleep. But nothing is working...what will finally help Mama Sheep fall asleep?

Parents of young children everywhere will chuckle their way through this highly relatable tale of how Mama Sheep eventually calms her busy mind. Children will love the fun rhymes, bright colours, and a glimpse into their parents' world. A perfect story to read to young children, full of beautiful, original illustrations.

Industry Reviews

Counting Sleep is the story of a mother's mind in the moments after her head hits the pillow. This simple story powerfully captures the mundane, stressful, joyful, extraordinary reality of parenting. Dolan and Holder have created a beautiful book full of whimsy, heart, and deep truth. Whether you are a mama sheep, papa sheep, or someone's lamb, this book is for you. - Nick Barnhart

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