Moonbeams

Written by Ann Bausum · Illustrated by Kyung Eun Han

Discover how the moon connects us all in a global bedtime journey.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Embark on a whimsical journey as people worldwide gaze at the moon's phases. From Yosemite to the Taj Mahal, this bedtime story reveals our universal connection to the moon. Told through dual perspectives, the moon's journey is both factual and enchanting, with rhythmic text and stunning illustrations. Can the moon see us as we see it? Explore this question and more in a tale that balances wonder and humility, teaching young readers about the moon's phases while lulling them to sleep.

From the publisher

Follow along as people around the world gaze upon the phases of the moon in this beautifully illustrated picture book that celebrates our earth and pays homage to the moon, ever-present and comforting.

I see the moon. Can the moon see me?

Tell me, shadow moon, what do you see?

Toward the sun, I shine quite bright,

but down on Earth, there’s darkest night.

My first face is fresh and new.

You’ll see each phase before we’re through.

In this sweet bedtime story is a universal truth–we are all connected by the moon. From Yosemite to the Taj Mahal to the coast of Greece, we all gaze upon the same moon. Told in dual perspectives from the phases of the moon and from people around the world, they work together to strike a balance of humility and wonder while teaching young readers all about the journey of the moon. Paired with gorgeous illustrations, the rhythmic cadence of the text will lull young readers to sleep on a whimsical, yet factual, journey!

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