Nigel and the Moon

Written by Antwan Eady · Illustrated by Gracey Zhang

A boy dreams big but struggles to share his aspirations during Career Week.

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32 pages· 662 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· AD550L

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Bookroo's summary

Nigel dreams of being an astronaut, dancer, and superhero, his imagination soaring among the stars. Yet, as Career Week approaches, he hesitates to reveal his dreams to classmates, feeling out of place. Can Nigel find the courage to let his dreams shine beyond the moon's whispers? Discover how pride in one's roots can illuminate the path to confidence.

From the publisher

From debut author Antwan Eady and artist Gracey Zhang comes a glowing tale about the young dreaming big. A perfect story to demonstrate how pride in where we come from can bring a shining confidence.When Nigel looks up at the moon, his future is bright. He imagines himself as…an astronaut, a dancer, a superhero, too!Among the stars, he twirls. With pride, his chest swells. And his eyes, they glow. Nigel is the most brilliant body in the sky.But it’s Career Week at school, and Nigel can’t find the courage to share his dreams. It’s easy to whisper them to the moon, but not to his classmates–especially when he already feels out of place. A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year Kids’ Indie Next List Pick A SLJ Best Book of 2022

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