Little Raccoon's Nighttime Adventure

by Lilian Moore

Eager to go alone to the stream for crayfish, Little Raccoon becomes afraid when he sees a strange thing in the water.

Genres: Picture Books, Animals, Childrens

24 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1986

About the author

Lilian Moore grew up in New York, received a degree in teaching from Hunter College, and did graduate work at Columbia University. She attended college during the Depression, so job opportunities were few. She worked for the Bureau of Educational Research, helping children who could not read in their Reading Clinic. Ms. Moore was also a reading specialist for the New York Board of Education. She trained teachers and did extensive research into reading difficulties.

She was the editor of Scholastic's first paperback book club, the Arrow Book Club, beginning in 1957. As she said, "Imagine making it possible for these youngsters to choose and buy good books for the price of comics!" She was an editor at Wonder Books, Thomas Y. Crowell, and contributor to Humpty Dumpty magazine.

In addition, Ms. Moore was a founding member of the Council on Interracial Books for Children. Ms. Moore died on July 20, 2004, at the age of 95.

She is best known for her poetry and easy-to-read books.

Reviews

[Allyson]

One of my favorite books as a little girl,and I still find it adorable to this day!💜

[Leigh · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had this book as a child, and I hadn't thought of it in years. When I found a copy in a used book shop for less than a dollar, I knew I had to add the copy back to my shelves. When I read itto my son, I was shocked at how much I remembered. It was like being reacquainted with an old friend, and in this case, my friend is just as lovely as ever.

[Carrie Stader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet read for any age.

[Christina Monroe · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a super cute book that can be used in a variety of ways. It could be used to support a science lesson because of the ending. It could be used to support a lesson on forest wildlife. It is also a great choice for supporting a s/e lesson on bravery or persistence.

[Diann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lia loved it and wants it read every night.

[Holly Letson · Rating 2 out of 5]

I always wonder why there are so many stories about being afraid of one's own reflection.