About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child expresses a mix of fear and curiosity about the moon seeming to follow them at night. This gentle story validates that common childhood perception, transforming it from something potentially unsettling into a magical, comforting experience. It follows a child who notices the moon is their constant companion on an evening journey, acting as a silent, watchful friend. For children ages 3 to 7, the book provides a beautiful sense of security and wonder, making it a perfect bedtime read to soothe anxieties about the dark and foster a connection with the natural world.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book deals with a potential childhood fear (the dark, being watched) but approaches it from a place of immediate comfort and wonder. The resolution is entirely hopeful and reassuring. The perspective is secular and focuses on the emotional experience of nature.
Ideal Reader
A 4-year-old who has just started noticing the moon on evening car rides and is either a little spooked or very curious about it. Also ideal for a child ages 3-6 experiencing mild fear of the dark or separation anxiety at bedtime, as it reframes the night as a friendly, watchful time.
Parent Prep
No preparation is needed. The book can be read cold. For an older, more inquisitive child (6-7), a parent might want to be ready to have a simple, age-appropriate conversation about why the moon appears to follow us (it's very far away). The parent hears their child say, "The moon is following me!" and wants a book to explore that idea positively. Or, a parent is looking for a calming bedtime story to ease a child's general anxiety about darkness or being alone.
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