Even the little infant on the changing table is receptive to rhymes and songs. Developmental psychology confirms how important language promotion is, especially in the first years of life. This family book provides parents, grandparents, and everyone who interacts with small children a comprehensive collection to accompany them during their child's early years: games on the changing table, finger and hand games, knee rides, verses for falling asleep and celebrating—this selection includes verses for every occasion, featuring both traditional and modern children's rhymes. Additionally, it includes the essential children's songs that every family should know. Gerda Raidts' cheerful and humorous illustrations inspire playful language and make the book a perfect gift for parents and those who wish to become parents. It was dark, and the moon shone bright for the little ones.