AFTER THE FALL by Dan Santat
HARDCOVER
Author & Illustrator: Dan Santat
AFTER THE FALL: HOW HUMPTY DUMPTY GOT BACK UP AGAIN is a continuation of the classic nursery rhyme. Instead of ending with Humpty’s great fall, this story asks an important question: what happens next?
We see Humpty struggle with fear and anxiety after his accident, especially a fear of heights that keeps him away from the wall he once loved to sit on. With patience and courage, he begins to rebuild his confidence - first by making paper airplanes, and eventually by facing his biggest fear head-on.
The illustrations are rich and expressive, helping children connect with Humpty’s emotions as he works through his challenges. The gloomy colours during his low moments and the bright, uplifting scenes as he regains his confidence make the story easy to follow and powerful to share.
While written for ages 4–8, After the Fall carries a universal message that will resonate with older children and adults too. It’s a wonderful resource for the classroom or at home, encouraging discussions about bravery, perseverance, and how mistakes or fears don’t define us. Inspiring and hopeful, this book reminds readers that falling isn’t the end it’s the beginning of learning how to rise.