12 Children's Books About Our Magnificent Moon
Throughout history, the moon has inspired myths and legends, cultural and family traditions, movies, art, architecture, books, and poetry. It has inspired children to grow up to be astronauts and scientists. It has given people light on dark nights and influenced the rise and fall of the oceans. Whether read as bedtime stories, for science lessons, or as a part of family traditions, these books for children ages 0-9 offer a fascinating look at the magnificence of the Earth's moon.
Moon's First Friends: One Giant Leap for Friendship(opens in new window)
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing, this book tells a tale of how the moon wanted friends to visit and how astronauts made her wish come true.
A Big Mooncake for Little Star(opens in new window)
Little Star and her mom are baking a big mooncake to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival. Find out what happens when Little Star starts taking little bites of cake. This book explores the phases of the moon through a playful and fun story.
The Moon Book(opens in new window)
In this non-fiction picture book, author Gail Gibbons introduces children to the science of Earth's moon.
I Took the Moon for a Walk(opens in new window)
In this poetic bedtime story, a boy explores the beauty of the night on an adventure with his friend the moon.
Goodnight Moon(opens in new window)
In this classic story by Margaret Wise Brown, a bunny says goodnight to each thing in the room as he settles down to sleep.
Owl Moon(opens in new window)
A little girl and her father look for owls in the light of the moon. Perfect for bedtime, this story contains beautiful descriptions and images of a moonlit forest.
City Moon(opens in new window)
In this bedtime story, a little boy and his mom are walking around their city neighborhood looking for the moon. As they walk, they spot the moon playing peek-a-boo between the buildings.
Long Night Moon(opens in new window)
In Native American tradition, each month's full moon has a name. Author Cynthia Rylant honors this tradition with a poem dedicated to the moon for each month of the year.
Faces of the Moon(opens in new window)
This book shows the phases of the moon through playful rhymes and die-cut pages. Turn the pages to watch the moon wax and wane through the month.
Moon Festival Wishes: Moon Cake and Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration (Fun Festivals)(opens in new window)
Mei and her family are celebrating the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival. Your child can learn more about this traditional celebration from China in this read aloud book with text in both English and Chinese.
The Full Moon at the Napping House(opens in new window)
The moon is so bright that no one can sleep at napping house. It takes a musical cricket to bring calm and peace in this story time favorite.
Moon! Earth's Best Friend (Our Universe)(opens in new window)
Moon and Earth are best friends in this clever book that teaches children history and fun facts about our moon.
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