Have fun exploring the sun and moon with kids!
The Moon over Star
Published in 2008
From the Publisher: In July 1969, the world witnessed an awe-inspiring historical achievement when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to set foot on the moon. For the young protagonist of this lyrical and hopeful picture book, that landing is something that inspires her to make one giant step toward all of the possibilities that life has to offer. Caldecott Honor-winning painter Jerry Pinkney and the poetic Dianna Hutts Aston create a moving tribute to the historic Apollo 11 Mission, just in time to commemorate its upcoming fortieth anniversary.
The Sun, Our Nearest Star
Published in 1988
Describes the sun and how it provides the light and energy which allow plant and animal life to exist on the earth.
Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me
Published in 1986
Monica's father fulfills her request for the moon by taking it down after it is small enough to carry, but it continues to change in size. Some pages fold out to display particularly large pictures.
Follow the Moon Home
A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles
Published in 2016
Viv has a new home and a new school by the sea on the South Carolina coast. Trying to find an idea for the class project, she becomes interested in problems faced by the baby loggerhead turtles. Can the class rally the community and help the sea turtles?
Why the Sun & Moon Live in the Sky
Published in 1995
The sun and moon must leave their earthly home after Sun invites the Sea to visit.
The Sun and the Moon
Published in 2016
Help readers understand the observations of the sun and the moon, and includes directions on the most proficient method to keep a perception log.
Papa Put a Man on the Moon
Published in 2019
Marthanne's whole community is excited about the moon landing, and Marthanne is especially proud because her father helped create the fabric for the astronauts' spacesuits.
Sun and Moon
A Giant Love Story
Published in 1999
A girl giant, afraid of the light, and a boy giant, afraid of the dark, live lonely lives following only the moon or the sun until an eclipse brings them together.
The Sun
Published in 2007
Go for the Moon
A Rocket, a Boy, and the First Moon Landing
Published in 2019
Released in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, this nonfiction picture book offers a step-by-step explanation of how the Apollo 11 spacecraft worked, as told by a young enthusiast. Includes glossary.
The Moon Book
Published in 1997
Identifies the moon as our only natural satellite, describes its movement and phases, and discusses how we have observed and explored it over the years.
Field Trip to the Moon
Published in 2019
In this wordless picture book, a girl is accidentally left behind on a class trip to the moon.
Why Does the Sun Set?
Published in 2010
"Provides comprehensive information on the process of how and why the sun sets"--Provided by publisher.
The Sun
Published in 2017
Offers an introduction to the Sun that looks at what it is, its origins, its structure, the light it produces, its characteristics, the history of its study, and its gravity.
Eclipses
Published in 2013
"This book looks at solar and lunar eclipses, providing background information about the sun, the moon and our planet. The book covers what an eclipse is, what eclipses can look like, how they happen, the effects on wildlife, what people thought of eclipses in the past, how they are studied today, and about eclipses on other planets. A fun activity is provided along with advice on viewing eclipses. Beautiful photographs and simple text help to engage readers and aid their understanding"--Provided by publisher.
The Moon
Published in 2008
How's the weather on the Moon? There is no weather! Discover more true and surprising facts about the moon. Includes a map of the moon's cool paces, time lines, drawings, photos--and a peek at an astronaut's space suit.
The Sun
Published in 2008
Describes the sun as a star--a rather ordinary star--and as the force that makes life on Earth possible, and discusses how scientists study the sun.
If You Decide to Go to the Moon
Published in 2005
Eight Days Gone
Published in 2012
Depicts the 1969 Apollo 11 mission when man first walked on the moon.
Mr. Squirrel and the Moon
Published in 2015
Overview: When Mr. Squirrel awakens to find that the moon has landed on his tree, he frantically tries to get rid of it before someone suspects him of stealing it and puts him in jail. But when he rolls the moon off of his tree, it's gets stuck on Mrs. Hedgehog's bristles and when the Billy-goat arrives and butts it with his horns. Will the moon ever be the same again? Sebastian Meschenmoser's hilarious illustrations and rollicking tale will be a bedtime favorite.
The Moon
Published in 2014
The Sun
Published in 2014
The Sun
Published in 2010
Introduces the Sun, including its position in the solar system, how it spins on its axis, and how it provides light and heat to the Earth, thus sustaining animal, plant, and human life.
The Moon is Going to Addy's House
Published in 2015
The moon follows Addy all over the city before finally settling in at her house for bedtime.
The Moon
Published in 2016
"Simple text and full-color photographs describe the Moon"-- Provided by the publisher.
The Sun
Published in 2016
"Simple text and full-color photographs describe the Sun"-- Provided by the publisher.
This is the Way to the Moon
Published in 2009
Presents a history of Cape Canaveral and the American space program, discussing the space missions that were launched from there, the various types of rockets used, and the successful landing of two astronauts on the Moon in 1969.
The Sun is Kind of a Big Deal
Published in 2018
"The Sun never stops working to keep things on Earth running smoothly. (That's why it's been Employee of the Month for 4.5 billion years.) So why does the Sun get to be center of attention? Because it's our solar system's very own star! This funny and factual picture book from Awkward Yeti creator Nick Seluk explains every part of the Sun's big job: keeping our solar system together, giving Earth day and night, keeping us warm, and more. In fact, the Sun does so much for us that we wouldn't be alive without it. That's kind of a big deal. Each spread features bite-sized text and comic-style art with sidebars sprinkled throughout. Anthropomorphized planets (and Pluto) chime in with commentary as readers learn about the Sun."-- Provided by publisher.
The Moon
Published in 2003
The Sun
Published in 1986
Describes the nature of the sun, its origin, source of energy, layers, atmosphere, sunspots, and activity.
The Moon
Published in 2006
Pictures of a father and child out in the moonlight illustrate Stevenson's poem from A child's garden of verses.
Why Does the Moon Change Shape?
Published in 2009
"Provides comprehensive information on the moon and the phases it goes through in a month"--Provided by publisher.
Man on the Moon
Published in 1997
Describes in illustrations and simple text the Apollo 11 mission to the moon, culminating in man's first lunar landing.
What the Sun Sees
What the Moon Sees
Published in 1997
Contrasts the world as viewed in sunlight with the quiet night world in moonlight.
The Moon
Published in 2010
Presents an introduction to the Moon, describing its composition, phases, rotation around the Earth, the effect of its gravity on Earth's waters, and the history of space flights to its surface.
The Sun
Published in 2010
Introduces the sun, including information on its composition, the solar cycle, sunspots, and how it has been studied through history.
Why Do Elephants Need the Sun?
Published in 2010
Describes the sun and how it relates to photosynthesis, gravity, nuclear fusion, and weather conditions.
