I'll Follow the Moon

By Stephanie Lisa Tara

Book Overview

MOM'S CHOICE AWARDS(R) GOLD MEDALIST
CANADIAN CHOCOLATE LILY AWARDS(R) GOLD MEDALIST

Double-gold medalist I'LL FOLLOW THE MOON (best selling turtle book of all time) begins simply in baby sea turtle's voice: "I'm coming Mama, I'll see you soon, I know just how, I'll follow the moon..." Celebrating the love between child and parent comes an achingly beautiful story that has captured hearts around the world. *Donates to charity: every book saves a turtle

MY DAUGHTER LOVED IT : "My daughter loved the turtle. The illustrations are great She said, "Mom if I'm ever lost, I'll follow the moon and find you."

MY PRESCHOOLER LOVES THIS BOOK: "My 3 1/2 year old daughter loves this book. She has learned the little saying that is on every page and loves to say it with me."

GENTLE REPETITION: "The story is gentle and the repetition helps soothe my son. I like the message, and the art is beautiful."

GREAT BOOK: "Great book for the grandkids. They love it. They like to read prior to bedtime. The girls really enjoy this book."

I'LL FOLLOW THE MOON: "This children's book has beautiful illustrations that compliment the lyrical, gentle words that accompany the small sea turtle's journey from
egg to sea."

SO CUTE : It's impossible not to be enchanted by these little creatures I'm so in love with this book, perfect for everyone "

CUTE BEDTIME STORY: "I enjoyed reading this book to my daughter, she loved the artwork. It was well written and will be enjoyable for children."

BEAUTIFUL ILLUSTRATIONS: "What a lovely book A great story to introduce an environmental concept."

FANTASTIC: "A perfect afternoon read. I enjoyed it, and my son will too I'm sure."

I'LL FOLLOW THE MOON: "I really enjoyed this book. I read it to my 1 and 2 year old. They really enjoyed this book. Beautiful illustration "

SWEET AND PERTINENT: "As a resident of northwest Florida, this book is one that should be shared with all residents, young and old alike. It is currently turtle season here and all residents enjoy keeping watch on these special creatures."

SWEET CHILDREN'S BOOK: "A sweet children's book, lovely rhymes and beautiful pictures. Definitely a book worth having to enjoy over and over, great for kids of any age."

GREAT TO READ ALOUD TO THE CLASS: "My second graders will love this simple book with wonderful words and a repetitive line which they will quickly join in to read."

I'LL FOLLOW THE MOON: "I read this to my boys. They loved the graphics and how cute the turtles were. The story is super cute Very entertaining."

SWEET SIMPLE STORY, SWEET ILLUSTRATIONS: "...comforting and relaxing. The story line is not at all complex, but is appealing in its simplicity and repetitiveness."

MAKES A GREAT BEDTIME STORY : "...decided to download it for my kid's...Cute illustrations, educational, and delivers a positive message. Makes a great bedtime story. Recommend it "

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0989433463
• ISBN13: 9780989433464
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: Stephanie Lisa Tara Children's Books
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 1 month to 10 years
• Grade Range: Kindergarten to Grade 5

Customer Reviews

I'll Follow the Moon

I stumbled across this book quite by accident, and I found it to be a treasure. The verse is lovely and calm, as are the illustrations. It also depicts fairly accurately a remarkable natural phenomenon. As a new mom who longed for a child for many years and eventually adopted internationally, I found the symbolism achingly beautiful. I have since given the book to several friends who have also waited for their children to find them. This book is far too beautiful to be limited to the adoption genre, however. It is very meaningful on a number of different levels!

A Mum's Favorite

I am a mum and I must say to everyone who reads this, that this tale is just exceptional. I cant read it without a tear slipping down my cheek, my twin three year olds adore it. There is something so genuine about the rhythm, the pictures, the message. I read an American review on the book that spoke of the light of a mother's love being ever present for her children. Just beautiful. Tops. Looking for more titles from this lovely author.

Metaphors in Blue

As a preschool teacher I have found this book to be a marvel in my classroom, not only as a teaching aide but as an enjoyable interactive tool that my students ask for on a daily basis. The use of "blue" as metaphor - a complicated subject to understand, is brilliantly depicted both in the poem (dream in blue/fine blue glow of moon/blue ocean/mother's blue eyes) and in the exquisite watercolor illustrations that accompany the poetry. My students identify with the baby turtle, hearing the poem spoken in his voice and I hear them singing the repeating refrain on the playground to each other through my open window. A magnificent and delightful book! Bravo!

Poetry in motion

A lusciously written, easy to read-along-with-mom-or- teacher, gorgeous book that instructs and inspires and is just a joy to hold in one's hands. The refrain invites little listeners to join in and participate. Three bold words introduce each verse stanza, ingeniously grabbing attention, holding it carefully - just long enough for the lilting refrain to renew itself. Children's verse at its most enjoyable, fulfilling all we come to associate with storytime. Paintings speak for themselves, perfectly executed - beautifully rendered! This author/illustrator duo is top-notch.

Delightful

This is the perfect book to read to your little ones as they drift happily off to sleep. The pace, the repetition and the story line all imprint warm, loving thoughts to a child. The graphics are very good and early readers will pore over the detail on every page. This is a book that I will share with many friends and loved ones. I look forward to the author's next project.