Moon

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

Children enjoy spotting the many animals, touching the peek-through moon shapes and watching the moon change as the story unfolds. Some children may find the order of the moon phases confusing if they are using the book to learn the lunar cycle.

What does the Pageticker team say about Moon?

Moon is a gorgeous, glow in the dark feeling journey through nocturnal habitats, with clever cut-outs that make the changing moon wonderfully hands-on. The rhyming text is soothing enough for bedtime, whilst the animals and landscapes reward curious little stargazers.

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What is Moon about?

Journey across deserts, forests, and beaches as the moon lights up the world for animals everywhere! With clever peek-through holes on each page, children can watch the moon change shape and size, learning about its fascinating phases. This gentle, beautifully illustrated story is perfect for young stargazers and makes an ideal bedtime read as the moon settles over a sleepy town.

About the author

Britta Teckentrup is a talented author and illustrator from Germany, known for creating beautiful picture books. Her stories, like 'Tree: Seasons Come, Seasons Go' and 'Under the Same Sky', are loved by children around the world. Britta’s colourful artwork and gentle words help children discover the wonders of nature and friendship.

Discussion ideas around Moon

Night-time animals: Which animal would you most like to watch at night, and what do you think it might be doing?

The changing moon: How does the moon look different as the story goes on, and which shape do you like best?

Moonlight and darkness: How do the illustrations show the difference between places touched by moonlight and places hidden in shadow?

Our shared sky: The same moon shines over many different places. What might animals and people around the world have in common when they look up at it?