The Angry Moon
Picture Book · 1970

The Angry Moon

Written by William Sleator

A girl is held captive by the moon; can her friend save her?

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48 pages· ~770L

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Bookroo's summary

After an impulsive insult to the moon, a young girl finds herself trapped in the celestial realm. Her only hope lies with her determined friend, who must journey to the sky country to orchestrate a daring rescue. Will friendship and courage prevail against the cosmic forces holding her captive? Discover the adventure that unfolds in this tale of bravery and loyalty.

Awards

Caldecott Honor (1971)Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1971)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
~770L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.9
F&P level
~R
Publication
First published
January 1, 1970
Publisher
Little Brown Co
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316797375

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