The Sun Plays with the Moon : An Imaginative Introduction to the Lunar and Solar Eclipses (Mom's Choice Awards Recipient) - Alicia Mofford

The Sun Plays with the Moon

An Imaginative Introduction to the Lunar and Solar Eclipses (Mom's Choice Awards Recipient)

By: Alicia Mofford, Annie Wilkinson (Illustrator)

Hardcover | 30 January 2024 | Edition Number 2

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Embark on a Whimsical Journey through the Sky with "The Sun Plays with the Moon"


Mom's Choice Awards Gold Recipient 


Award-Winning Finalist of the 2022 International Book Awards


Dive into the playful and enchanting world where the Sun and Moon play in the sky above with "The Sun Plays with the Moon"-a book that combines the wonder of storytelling with the beginnings of scientific discovery.


Imaginative Storytelling Meets Early Education: Crafted from the vantage point of a child's imaginative eye, this book brings forth the celestial play of the Sun and Moon in a rhyming adventure that captures the heart and curiosity of young readers. The vibrant, full-color illustrations complement the poetic narrative, inviting kids aged 3-7 into a story of cosmic friendship and the allure of the universe.


Learn While You Dream: As the sun chases the moon across the sky, children learn about the importance of solar and lunar cycles, eclipses, and the roles these heavenly bodies play in the living world. It's a gentle blend of fact and fantasy that nurtures early curiosity for the natural world, paving the way for future learning.


Education that Feels Like a Fairy Tale: "The Sun Plays with the Moon" takes a novel approach by framing educational content within a child's perspective, using imagination as a tool to teach and delight. While children revel in the magic of the solar system, they unknowingly absorb essential scientific truths that form the foundation of space knowledge.


A Thoughtful Balance: Recognizing the importance of accuracy, alongside the narrative are "Did You Know?" facts that clarify scientific truths, ensuring parents and educators have the tools to foster an accurate understanding of astronomy.


Perfect for:

  • Bedtime reading with a stellar twist
  • Introducing kids to the basics of astronomy
  • Celebrating differences and friendships
  • Interactive learning with colorful and imaginative pictures
  • Providing a lasting quality hardcover that withstands the test of time

A Treasured Gift: A thoughtful gift for the curious mind, "The Sun Plays with the Moon" is more than just a book-it's an invitation to dream and discover. By exploring the fictional tales of the sun and moon, children are inspired to ask questions, seek answers, and imagine the vastness of space. It's the perfect introduction to astronomy for the youngest of stargazers.


Add to Your Library Today: Purchase your copy now and set sail on a voyage to the stars and beyond-where education is as boundless as the sky and just as intriguing!

Industry Reviews

The Sun Plays with the Moon is a recipient of the prestigious Mom's Choice Award. The Mom's Choice Awards® (MCA) evaluates products and services created for parents and educators and is globally recognized for establishing the benchmark of excellence in family-friendly media, products and services. Using a rigorous evaluation process, entries are scored on a number of elements including production quality, design, educational value, entertainment value, originality, appeal and cost. Around the world, parents, educators, retailers and members of the media trust the MCA Honoring Excellence seal when selecting quality products and services for families and children.


"Using the familiar and comforting metaphors of friendship and play, The Sun Plays with the Moon offers a way for young readers to understand the natural world and the physics of space and the solar system. Both instructive and imaginative-a fun introduction for young readers to space science." - The Children's Book Review

 

This little children's book answers so many questions that children may ask about the solar and lunar cycles. The title of the book is a perfect way to tell children about how the sun and moon work together. - Lisa Readings

 

An adorable book teaching children different aspects of the sun and the moon. Told in rhymes the book is a joy to read, holding little ones attention. Overall a wonderful book that curious kids are sure to love! - The Momma Spot

 

The sun plays with the moon and takes the question that a child might ask about eclipses which is a beautiful astronomical event. The book lays the concept of how the sun and moon interact together and shares in simple terms what happens during an eclipse, when they can occur, and the benefits of the sun and moon interactions. - J.R's Book Review

 

Parents looking for a book to answer questions from curious youngsters about changes in the day and night sky may find this an easy introduction to the study of astronomy. Teachers at elementary and pre-school may also wish to use it with units on the sky, space, or day and night. - The Fairview Review

 

Through a short, enjoyable story, the book may spark the little one's interest in exploring the solar system and motivate them to seek scientific explanations about how things work in space. - Ice Fairy's Treasure Chest

 

The Sun Plays with the Moon achieves the ultimate goal -- teaching children about science without them ever realizing they are learning. - Writer With Wanderlust

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