The Moon

Rookie Read-About Science

by Carmen Bredeson

This Rookie Read-About Science book introduces young readers to the Moon. Colorful photos and simple text encourage children to read on their own as they learn how the Moon moves in space, how its craters were formed, why it seems to shine, and how humans were able to walk on its surface.

Genres: Nonfiction, Space

31 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1998

About the author

Carmen Bredeson is the author of The Spindletop Gusher: The Story of the Texas Oil Boom. She has also written more than 50 non-fiction books for children on topics such as space, exploration, holidays, history and geology. She travels the world getting ideas for her books with her husband, a petroleum engineer. She lives in Katy, Texas.

Reviews

[Miss Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

A simple presschool and up nonfiction book about the moon, whose been there and why it has phases.

[Diane Bateman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book to learn about the moon for the younger generation . I would recommend this book to parents that want youngsters to learn about the moon.

[Savani · Rating 2 out of 5]

The Moon was a simple and informative read for young readers interested in space and science. The book explains facts about the moon in a clear, easy-to-understand way that makes learning approachable and fun. The short text and helpful visuals keep the information engaging without feeling overwhelming. It’s a nice introduction to basic science topics and works well for early readers who are curious about the world around them.

[Nancy Vu · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book has many facts about the moon. It shows us the history of the moon and how craters were formed. It also teaches us about the phases of the moon. Grades 1-4.