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When the Moon Came to My Room
It’s true we may see things more clearly in the light of the sun. But the moon’s glow can give us insight into what lives within us and needs to be nurtured, as one young girl finds out alone in her room on a sunny afternoon. Small room. Big moon. Lots of questions. No easy answers.
- GenresChildrens
32 pages, Hardcover
First published June 15, 2021
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August 4, 2023
lesson learned
This is a great story about being thoughtful of others and cleaning up after yourself it’s told in a sweet way almost like a poem.
This is a great story about being thoughtful of others and cleaning up after yourself it’s told in a sweet way almost like a poem.
May 24, 2022
When I read the Moon Came to My Room by Nancy Giangrasse I found it is a wonderful tale about a young girl who is visited by a very special entity, the moon. When it arrives, it is tired and looking for a place to rest but before she is able to help the moon, it disappears and she awakes from her unusual dream. This is a great book on several levels, it has rhyming and a large part of it is prediction based. What should she do? I was surprised by the twist of her relationship with her mother who resembled the moon. This book would be perfect as a read aloud with a pause for the words that may not be understood by younger listeners. It would also be perfect for an addition to a classroom library for Mother's Day.
April 30, 2023
This delightful book would make a good bedtime story or one to read anytime. Not only do children find a fun and imaginative tale about a visit from the moon, they learn along with the girl in the story about being empathetic. The illustrations are cute. I especially love the final page. The text contains rhymes but the rhythm is frequently uneven. I found my first read-through helped me realize how best to emphasize the words, so a practice read is recommended before reading aloud. I think kids will want to hear this over and over. It could also lead to positive discussions about being aware of others’ needs and caring for each other. I received a copy from the author. All opinions are my very own.
December 6, 2021
When the Moon Came to My Room is a beautiful picture book with lovely illustrations (particularly the depictions of the moon), with a touching message about empathy, consideration, and understanding what others are feeling. Story is magical and mysterious, but brought back to earth and reality in the end.
Rhymes are a little forced, but mostly work. More mom-friendly than kid-friendly
Checked out at library and reviewed in consideration for Cybils Award Easy Chapter book shortlist for 2021. *definitely think it was nominated in the wrong category, as it is really a picture book
Rhymes are a little forced, but mostly work. More mom-friendly than kid-friendly
Checked out at library and reviewed in consideration for Cybils Award Easy Chapter book shortlist for 2021. *definitely think it was nominated in the wrong category, as it is really a picture book
March 7, 2023
Beautiful Rhyming Story!
I absolutely adore this childrens book! The rhyming is perfect and the illustrations are gorgeous! It is the perfect book to teach little ones to be more mindful of their actions and how a little bit of empathy goes a long way. I highly recommend this book! It is sure to become your childs new favorite!
I absolutely adore this childrens book! The rhyming is perfect and the illustrations are gorgeous! It is the perfect book to teach little ones to be more mindful of their actions and how a little bit of empathy goes a long way. I highly recommend this book! It is sure to become your childs new favorite!
March 22, 2023
Five, MOON-sized stars!
Yes, even Moms get tired! ‘When the Moon Came to My Room’ is a such a special story and message. We so enjoyed this book! The lessons of self-awareness, courtesy, and thoughtfulness are extremely important for little ones (and all) and it’s told and illustrated beautifully here. LOVED the top-notch rhythm & rhyming too. Five stars.
Yes, even Moms get tired! ‘When the Moon Came to My Room’ is a such a special story and message. We so enjoyed this book! The lessons of self-awareness, courtesy, and thoughtfulness are extremely important for little ones (and all) and it’s told and illustrated beautifully here. LOVED the top-notch rhythm & rhyming too. Five stars.
April 30, 2023
This is a rhyming story about a dream a little girl had that a moon entered her bedroom.
I think it is an original idea to have a female moon.
The other part of the story is about throwing a fit and being naughty and what the little girl has realized about that.
The illustrations are lovely.
I think it is an original idea to have a female moon.
The other part of the story is about throwing a fit and being naughty and what the little girl has realized about that.
The illustrations are lovely.
September 1, 2022
Such a beautiful story! As a mum myself, this was such a heart warming story with a very special message that a mother job never stops. The illustrations are beautiful. I would highly recommend this book.
February 19, 2023
With beautiful and vivid illustrations this story brings the moon to life in a little girl's bedroom late at night. Such an imaginative little story,told in rhyme. Such a great book for toddlers at bedtime.
April 6, 2023
heartfelt and meaningful
An encounter with the moon helps an introspective girl realize an important lesson about helping and others and thinking beyond herself. The illustrations are beautiful and the story is touching. ❤️
An encounter with the moon helps an introspective girl realize an important lesson about helping and others and thinking beyond herself. The illustrations are beautiful and the story is touching. ❤️
April 22, 2023
Sweet Book
This is a sweet book about a little girl who loves looking at the moon. She goes on a wonderful adventure in her mind with the moon and comes away with an important lesson.
This is a sweet book about a little girl who loves looking at the moon. She goes on a wonderful adventure in her mind with the moon and comes away with an important lesson.
April 25, 2023
A lovely storybook with an important lesson for children. Perfect rhyme and easy to understand. This is a book that I enjoy reading to my son. The illustrations are wonderful. I would recommend this book for kids and families
June 20, 2023
Beautiful
What a beautiful story! A lovely way for a child to realise how their parent might also need a hand once in a while. The story is written in rhyme and the illustrations are gorgeous!
What a beautiful story! A lovely way for a child to realise how their parent might also need a hand once in a while. The story is written in rhyme and the illustrations are gorgeous!
August 9, 2023
beautiful moon tale
Beautifully written and illustrated story of a little girl who sees the moon in her room and develops a greater understanding of all the hard work her mom does. I highly recommend it!
Beautifully written and illustrated story of a little girl who sees the moon in her room and develops a greater understanding of all the hard work her mom does. I highly recommend it!
August 16, 2021
I just read this book to my 4 grandchildren ranging in age from 8 to 4. There attention was so focused, I was amazed. Mine too! Bothe the words and illustrations were beautiful
September 16, 2022
Cute story about a girl who gets to talk to the moon and learns a lesson of how to appreciate her family. Beautiful illustrations.
April 13, 2023
I initially thought this was a bedtime story but it is an anytime story with a great unsuspecting lesson. Beautiful illustrations
April 14, 2023
A cute story of a dream about the moon!
Such a sweet and lovely story of a girl dreaming of the moon and understanding how the moon and her mom and both working all the time. She learns to appreciate her mom so much more! Great message!
Such a sweet and lovely story of a girl dreaming of the moon and understanding how the moon and her mom and both working all the time. She learns to appreciate her mom so much more! Great message!
May 25, 2023
Spammed on lists where it doesn't belong.
April 7, 2023
Imagination
I enjoyed reading about when the moon came to my room. What a great story for all to learn that everyone gets tired, the moon, and especially moms! Great imagination. Little ones will enjoy reading this story.
I enjoyed reading about when the moon came to my room. What a great story for all to learn that everyone gets tired, the moon, and especially moms! Great imagination. Little ones will enjoy reading this story.
March 28, 2023
a sweet story
This little girl learns a valuable lesson from the moon. The enjoyed the emotions demonstrated by the main characters they are relatable. Kids will be open hearing about how to show good citizenship at home and beyond.
This little girl learns a valuable lesson from the moon. The enjoyed the emotions demonstrated by the main characters they are relatable. Kids will be open hearing about how to show good citizenship at home and beyond.
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