Publisher's Synopsis
When self-conscious Luna realizes she can never compare with magnificent Earth, she puts her moonbeams away for good. But the consequences are far more severe than she could ever have imagined! Will Luna get her light back before it's too late? A sciencey tale of cosmic friendship that proves every body in our solar system has a special and important role to play.
From an Author Who Specializes in Space Books for Kids
What would happen if the Moon disappeared? With story elements based in lunar science, The Night Luna's Light Went Out shows children ages 4-9 how the Moon affects our planet. It offers a fun and engaging approach to STEM and children's astronomy, and also serves as a sweet reminder that we are all interconnected in powerful ways.
This illustrated storybook about Earth and the Moon features:
- an engaging plot about a moon who loses her light
- a child-affirming message about friendship, self-confidence, and the value of everyone and everything in our universe
- a blend of story and science that teaches children how the moon affects oceans, seasons, natural disasters (earthquakes, volcanic eruptions), and more
- bonus science pages at the end of the story that give additional information about Earth & the Moon
This book is ideal for:
- Little Outer Space Fans ages 4-9 who want to learn more about the Moon in a story context.
- Space Enthusiast Parents tired of the limited focus of children's astronomy books.
- Educators who want engaging stories to teach concepts in earth science, nature, and astronomy.
- Educators who want to combine STEM topics with SEL, friendship themes, and self-esteem/self-respect themes.
