Mole's Moon

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the urge to possess or 'save' things from nature, such as wanting to keep a wild animal as a pet or feeling sad that they cannot take the moon home. It is a gentle, lyrical story about Littlest Mole, who discovers the moon's reflection in a stream and desperately wants to capture its beauty to show his skeptical family. The book explores themes of wonder, the frustration of being misunderstood by older siblings, and the ultimate realization that the best things in life are meant to be shared and admired, not owned. Ideal for children ages 3 to 7, the story provides a comforting framework for discussing how some treasures are most beautiful when left exactly where they are. Parents will appreciate the way it validates a child's unique perspective while modeling how to let go of the need for physical possession in favor of appreciation.