Embark on a dreamy, nighttime jaunt with a young boy and the moon. Overcoming a fear of the dark and discovering the world at night lives at the heart of this poetic tale. Includes notes about the moon and plants and animals that thrive in the wee hours
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Product Dimensions:Paperback: 8.5 x 10.75 inches; Board Book: 8.63 x 8.63 inches
Page Count:32 pages
Age Range:Ages 1-7 years
Awards & Accolades
One of Scholastic Parent and Child's 100 Greatest Books for Kids
"The rhyming text is told in first person, with the repetitive, soothing refrain of the words from the title effectively echoing throughout" — Kirkus Reviews
"I love the rhyming text the book is written in, because part of the beauty of poetry is its role in being able to say so much in so few words. The story is also beautifully illustrated" — Scholastic Child Education PLUS
About the Contributors
Written by - Carolyn Curtis
Carolyn Curtis is an early childhood music educator and magazine editor for WarmLines Parent Resources, a non-profit organization. Carolyn currently lives in Stoughton, Massachusetts with her husband, son, stepson, sister, and many furry pets of all kinds.
Illustrated by - Alison Jay
A graduate in illustration from the London College of Printing, Alison Jay has been illustrating children's books for ten years. To create her unique style, she uses alkyd oil paint on paper with a crackling varnish, which gives her illustrations an antique, nostalgic quality. Alison lives and works in London, England.
I Took the Moon for a Walk reads like a love letter to the twilight hour. The descriptive language encourages outdoor exploration and knowledge of community. The moon and nocturnal animal facts at the end share nature knowledge with young listeners. This book is a twist on a bedtime story — its beautiful illustrations help tell a tale of adventure while the poetic language lulls little ones to rest and sleep.
