5/20/2023 0 Comments Midautumn movieTurns out, the moon is made of cake, not cheese! Sit back with a slice of mooncake and enjoy this classic tale by beloved author and illustrator Frank Asch.Įat Mid-Autumn Festival: Must-try mooncakes 8. From the galaxy-like home to the moon’s changing phases, this book is an absolute delight for kids who love the moon, cake… and mooncakes!įorget making mooncakes – how about sampling a bite of the moon itself? Moonbear is curious as to what the moon tastes like and so sets off in a rocket. But beware of cheeky ‘Little Stars’ who get munchy and turn the full mooncake into a constellation of crumbs. We can’t forget one of our favourite things about Mooncake Festival – mooncakes! This gorgeous picture book will make you want to bake your very own giant mooncake. A Big Mooncake for Little Star by Grace Lin Filled with vibrant illustrations and plenty of imagination, kiddos will love learning that even grandparents were naughty once upon a time. On the day of the Moon Festival, Ying-Ying is dressed in silk and should be behaving nicely instead, she gets into trouble and finds herself lost in the busy streets of China. The Moon Lady by Amy Tanĭo you know who else may be hiding on the moon? The Moon Lady! Take a peek into Grandmother Ying-Ying’s childhood as she looks for the Moon Lady to grant her a secret wish. Not that there are any, he would know if there were! See if you can find any funny creatures hiding among the craters… 5. He entertains space tourists and educates visitors on the moon, and keeps an eye out for aliens. Speaking of the man on the moon, who is he? Well, apparently his name is Bob and his job is to fly to the moon every day and make sure it is kept clean and tidy. Man on the Moon (A Day in the Life of Bob) by Simon Bartram Not exactly a Mid-Autumn book but this fun read-aloud board book is a hit with kiddos who love silly arguments (all of them, then!).Ĥ. It’s not the first time a rabbit has been mistaken for something else. Some cultures believe a man lives on the moon, some believe it is Chang ‘E, and some believe it is a rabbit. Duck! Rabbit! by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld Learn about the archer, Hou Yi, his brave wife, Chang’E, and how a potion of immortality ended up tearing these two lovers apart. The story of Chang’E, the lady on the moon, comes to life in this enchanting book following two sisters celebrating and learning about the Mid-Autumn Festival with their family. The Shadow in the Moon by Christina Matula By the time Shabu has built a strong enough telescope, her grandfather is no longer able to see the Jade Rabbit, but she does see something… or is it someone? Kiddos will have a blast following the steampunk adventure of brave Shabu and her friend Chow the squirrel. Shabu Shabu’s grandfather has been telling her stories of his adventures and of the legendary Jade Rabbit of the moon since she was tiny. The Wee Adventures of Shabu Shabu – The Jade Legend by Kristina Thornton and Michael Csokas (Psst, after you’re done reading these books, check out Netflix’s Mid-Autumn Festival movie, Over The Moon for more!) 15 books about the Mid-Autumn Festival for kids to readġ. We’re also digging through the best local libraries and our fave bookstores for some cool Mid-Autumn Festival books! We’ve found tales about rabbits, mooncakes plus rather cool folklore for kids of all ages: perfect to inspire some fun chats about all things Mid-Autumn and mooncakes… With Mid-Autumn Festival here, we’re not just stocking up on mooncakes, pomelos and lanterns. Luckily, Singapore has plenty of cultural events and traditions to get the kids talking, wondering and wanting to read. We’re always looking for ways to get the kids hooked on books. Mid-Autumn Festival, Mooncake Festival, Moon Festival – whatever you call it, we're reading some fun stories with the kiddos for the celebrations…
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