Worldwide, an estimated 1.3 billion people live with vision loss. Roughly 36 million of those are completely blind. Little sister is one. Tonight, she doesn't feel well so her big sister steps up to care for her all night while they believe mom is sleeping. "While Mommy Was Fast Asleep" is a beautifully illustrated children's picture book about strong family bonds and a message that says visionless doesn't mean hopeless. Illustrations, not text, reveal little sister is blind.Themed emphasis on sound and touch.Lilting rhyme and soothing meter.Teacher's guide available.