Book Series · 2 Books

Moon's First Friends Books

In order from One Giant Leap for Friendship to Mars' First Friends.

One Giant Leap for Friendship
Mars' First Friends
One Giant Leap for Friendship
Mars' First Friends
One Giant Leap for Friendship
Mars' First Friends
One Giant Leap for Friendship
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

One Giant Leap for Friendship
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$1697
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

One Giant Leap for Friendship

By Susanna Leonard Hill, Elisa Paganelli (Illustrator)

The Moon longs for a friend. Will a spaceship finally fulfill her wish?

40 pages· 730 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Hardcover
Summary: The Moon has watched Earth for eons, yearning for companionship as dinosaurs roamed and pyramids rose. Her solitude ends when a spaceship from Earth approaches, sparking hope in her heart. This enchanting tale celebrates the Apollo 11 mission, blending friendship and history. Will the Moon finally find the connection she seeks? Discover the magic of space and the joy of new beginnings in this beautifully illustrated story, perfect for young dreamers and aspiring astronauts.
In reading order

Moon's First Friends Series

2 books · Published 2019–2020

#1
#1 in Series
Sale price
$1697

One Giant Leap for Friendship

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

The Moon longs for a friend. Will a spaceship finally fulfill her wish?

#2
Sale price
$1697

Mars' First Friends

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Mars longs for a playmate in a busy solar system. Will Earth send help?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Moon's First Friends series?

There are 2 books in the Moon's First Friends series. It began with One Giant Leap for Friendship in 2019, and the newest book, Mars' First Friends, was published in 2020.

What order should you read the Moon's First Friends books in?

Start with One Giant Leap for Friendship and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Moon's First Friends books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Moon's First Friends to life.

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Susanna Leonard Hill

Author
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Elisa Paganelli

Illustrator

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