Mouse and the Moon

K-Gr 2—Little Harvest Mouse loves the security of knowing his friend the moon watches over him each night. But one evening, a cold wind blows and her warm glow disappears. Mouse panics and runs through the field shouting, "Someone's stolen the moon!" In his search for his lost friend, he encounters Duck, Squirrel, and Rabbit, all of whom consider the moon their own special friend and are distressed by her absence. As lightning and thunder fill the air, the four creatures find shelter in a cave. When the storm subsides, the animals are thrilled to see that the moon has returned. They take comfort in her presence and in the new friendships they have forged. The large spreads are done in saturated colors and depict irresistible critters with enchantingly sweet faces. Their soulful expressions will elicit compassion from young readers, who will also find the glittery effect of the moon appealing.—Debbie Lewis, Alachua County Library District, FL