Book Series · 3 Books

The Guardians of Childhood Books

In order from The Man in the Moon to Jack Frost.

The Guardians of Childhood series is a set of 3 picture books by William Joyce, published between 2010 and 2015. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 50 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2010

The Man in the Moon

By William Joyce

A child becomes the first guardian of childhood after a cosmic quest.

56 pages· 1,676 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud

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Summary: Once a child, now the Man in the Moon, MiM embarks on a cosmic journey after a battle, a shooting star, and a lost balloon. As the first guardian of childhood, he befriends Earth's children, seeking to protect them from fears and nightmares. Discover how this jolly baby became the hope of the Milky Way and the leader of the Guardians of Childhood. What challenges will he face in his quest to safeguard innocence?

Ages 3–6Picture Book Club

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In reading order

The Guardians of Childhood Series

3 books · Published 2010–2015

#1 in Series

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$1899

The Man in the Moon

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2010

A child becomes the first guardian of childhood after a cosmic quest.

#2 in Series

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$1899

The Sandman

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

Who will guard children's dreams when the moon dims? A sleepy guardian must awaken.

#3 in Series

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$1899

Jack Frost

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

A lonely guardian searches for warmth after losing his home and closest friend.

From the same world

In-Universe Books

1 book · Published 2012

The Story of Jack Frost

Picture Book · 2012

A boy who brings frost and fun wonders why no one can see him.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Guardians of Childhood series?

There are 3 books in the Guardians of Childhood series. It began with The Man in the Moon in 2010, and the newest book, Jack Frost, was published in 2015.