Learn about Earth’s neighbor with these nonfiction children’s books about the moon, full of facts, illustrations, and photographs.
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The moon is Earth’s closest neighbor and since it appears in the sky every night, it’s easy to take for granted. But this fascinating satellite is pretty amazing!
Learn about Earth’s moon by reading a few of these books about the moon with your child. They’re filled with fun and exciting facts. You’ll also find a mix of illustrations and photos.
Add these books to a week of space camp learning or get inspired to look up at the night sky this evening.
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Favorite Books About the Moon
Learn about Earth's moon with these educational moon books.
Moon! Earth's Best Friend
Moon! Earth's Best Friend is written by Stacy McAnulty and illustrated by Stevie Lewis. This cute preschool picture book introduces little ones to the formation and history of our moon, told from the moon's perspective.
My Little Golden Book About the First Moon Landing
My Little Golden Book About the First Moon Landing is written by Charlies Lovitt and illustrated by Bryan Sims. Preschoolers will enjoy learning about the first time humans walked on the moon.
The Moon Book
The Moon Book is written and illustrated by Gail Gibbons. Full of colorful illustrations and fascinating facts for kids age 4 to 8, this book has been vetted by an astrophysics expert and updated for the 50th anniversary of the moon landing.
Wild Moon: How the Lunar Phases Light Up Our World
Wild Moon is written by Andie Powers and illustrated by Lucy Rose. This beautiful book introduces readers to the 8 phases of the moon and how wild animals behave at night. Perfect for kids age 4 to 8.
I am Neil Armstrong
I am Neil Armstrong is written by Brad Melzer and illustrated by Christopher Eliopoulos. Read this biography with your 5 to 8 year old and learn about the life of the first man to walk on the moon.
The Moon Tonight: Our Moon's Journey Around Earth
The Moon Tonight is written by Jung Chang-hoon and illustrated by Jang Ho. Teach kids age 6 to 8 about the moon phases, lunar vocabulary words, and how the moon travels around the world.
Counting on Katherine: How Katherine Johnson Saved Apollo 13
Counting on Katherine is written by Helaine Becker and illustrated by Dow Phymiruk. Read and learn about the life of Katherine Johnson, the African-American mathematician who worked at NASA during the Apollo 13 mission. Perfect for kids age 5 to 8.
The Moon: Discover the Mysteries of Earth's Closest Neighbor
The Moon is written by Dr. Sanlyn Buxner, Dr. Pamela Gay, and Dr. Georgiana Kramer and illustrated by Dawn Cooper. Published by DK, this book is a comprehensive guide for kids age 7 to 9.
The Moon
The Moon is written by Seymour Simon and includes photos from NASA. Kids age 8 to 12 can learn all about Earth's moon, its history, and answers to common questions.
The Moon: From Imagination to Exploration
The Moon From Imagination to Exploration is published by DK in partnership with the Smithsonian. It is a comprehensive guide to the moon for all ages that includes science, history, exploration, and more.
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