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The Sun Plays with the Moon

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

Alicia Mofford Annie Wilkinson

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English
Green Emerald Publishing
30 January 2024
"Mom's Choice Awards Gold Recipient

Award-Winning Finalist of the 2022 International Book Awards

New and Enhanced Edition - You Spoke, We Listened:

Thanks to your invaluable feedback, ""The Sun Plays with the Moon"" has been enriched with additional ""Did You Know?"" and ""Fun Facts"", further blending imaginative storytelling with scientific insights. Discover the enhancements that make our award-winning tale shine brighter.

Imaginative Storytelling Meets Early Education:

Embark on a whimsical journey through the Sky with The Sun Plays with the Moon - a book that combines the wonder of storytelling with the beginnings of scientific discovery. Crafted from the vantage point of a child's imaginative eye, the Sun and the Moon are best friends engaged in an eternal game of tag across the sky, exchanging hugs and high-fives. Each playful encounter results in the magical moments of lunar and solar eclipses we witness on Earth. This rhyming adventure also touches on how important the Sun and Moon are for us on Earth. Enriched with vibrant and full-color illustrations, it is a gentle blend of fact and fantasy that nurtures the early curiosity of young readers aged 3-7 for the natural world, paving the way for future learning.

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

By:  
Illustrated by:   Annie Wilkinson
Imprint:   Green Emerald Publishing
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 216mm,  Spine: 2mm
Weight:   86g
ISBN:   9798985036633
Pages:   28
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 3 to 7 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Reviews for The Sun Plays with the Moon: An Imaginative Introduction to the Lunar and Solar Cycles (Mom's Choice Awards Recipient)

"The Sun Plays with the Moon is a recipient of the prestigious Mom's Choice Award. The Mom's Choice Awards(R) (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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