Isadora Moon Goes to School

What do our readers think of Isadora Moon Goes to School? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy Isadora’s funny mix of fairy and vampire magic, especially the lively illustrations, Pink Rabbit and the playful school adventures. They also like that Isadora is different and still finds a way to be herself.

What does the Pageticker team say about Isadora Moon Goes to School?

We love the way Isadora’s unusual family gives her a fresh perspective on starting school and finding where she belongs. With lively pink-and-black illustrations, gentle humour and an encouraging message about being yourself, this is an appealing early chapter book for children moving on from picture books; some younger readers may enjoy it most when sharing it with an adult.

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What is Isadora Moon Goes to School about?

Isadora Moon is unique — half fairy, half vampire. She loves the night, bats, and her black ballet tutu, but also sunshine, magic wands, and her pink rabbit, Pinky. When it's time to start school, Isadora faces a dilemma: should she attend fairy school or vampire school? After trying both, she realises neither feels right. Determined to find where she truly belongs, Isadora embarks on a journey of self-discovery, learning that being different is what makes her special.

About the author

Harriet Muncaster is a British author and illustrator who loves creating magical stories. She is best known for her popular Isadora Moon books, about a little girl who is half-fairy, half-vampire. Harriet enjoys drawing, making tiny models, and imagining wonderful worlds to share with her readers.

Discussion ideas around Isadora Moon Goes to School

Being different: Isadora is half fairy and half vampire. How does being different help her, and when does it make things difficult?

Finding your place: Isadora tries fairy school and vampire school. What clues help her work out where she feels most comfortable?

First days at school: What might make starting a new school exciting or worrying, and what could help someone feel that they belong?

Family choices: Isadora’s parents come from two very different worlds. How do they support her, and what could they do to understand her choices better?