Isadora Moon Goes on a Field Trip

Isadora Moon #6

by Harriet Muncaster

Fans of Vampirina and the Princess in Black series will love Isadora half-fairy, half-vampire, totally unique--and totally unafraid to be different!Isadora is the only half-fairy, half-vampire in her human school. She knows what it's like to be different. But that's okay because everyone at her school is a little different from everyone else! When Isadora's classmates are frightened by a field trip to a spooky old castle (what if they see a ghost?!), it's up to Isadora to remind them that things that are different aren't necessarily scary.

Genres: Fantasy, Childrens, Vampires, Fiction, Chapter Books, Family, Science Fiction Fantasy

126 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 7, 2017

About the author

Harriet Muncaster studied illustration at Norwich University College of the Arts before going on to get an MA in children’s book illustration at the Cambridge School of Art. In creating the art for her first book for children, she was thrilled to have found a good outlet for her lifelong fascination with miniatures. She lives in Hertfordshire, England.

Reviews

[María Greene F · Rating 5 out of 5]

Libro infantil que dejaron olvidado mis sobrinas de ocho años que vinieron de visita. Mágico, bondadoso, divertido, irónico, tierno, tolerante y sensacionalista en todo el buen sentido de la palabra, me ENCANTÓ. Totalmente perfecto para su grupo etario y tampoco malo de leer si uno lo agarra de casualidad como hice yo.

[Kathryn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I adore these Isadora Moon books! They are so charming and fun. The illustrations are full of the most darling details that always make me smile. The stories are well-written, the characters all feel well-drawn. I've read the series out-of-order but hope to get to the rest of them in the next few weeks as they are perfect for someone like me who loves a bit of Halloween fun without the scary-factor. (The books are not centered around Halloween and could be read any time of year, but since Isadora's father is a vampire and they live in a castle, etc. there are definitely some elements that fit well for this season.)
ISADORA MOON GOES ON A FIELD TRIP
Super-cute with just a hint of spook. When Isadora’s class goes on a field trip to a castle, her vampire father hopes that it will be haunted. Her human classmates are freaked out by this idea and, when there really IS a ghost in the castle, they are terrified and run away. Isadora’s father is sympathetic to the ghost, who is really just very sad and lonely, and with Isadora’s help, they devise a way for the ghost to interact with the children without scaring them. The message of not judging someone by appearances or tales, but taking them as an individual, is important. the children learn that the ghost is kind and friendly, and are sorry they thought he would be bad just because of the scary ghost stories they’d heard about.

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a sweet, fun story! I adored Isadora and her dad, and Oscar, the little ghost they find in the castle!.
At it's heart, I think the message of the book is to learn to know someone before you judge them, but the message is delivered so sweetly, and woven into the story so well, that it doesn't feel didactic.

The illustrations are ADORABLE! And I just wanted to soak up the lines and colors on each page. Truly a wonderful little book!

A special thanks to my nephew for gifting this to my on my birthday! I'd been so curious about the story of the vampires, fairies, and ghost that he kept talking about that I was delighted and honored to get the book! And it did not disappoint :D

ETA: The chapters are well laid out so that each chapter feels fulfilling, but also ends so that you want to turn to next chapter to see what happens next :)

[Lamar N · Rating 5 out of 5]

Isdora moon books are amazing I love them

I give them 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
And when your bored you can read them!

[Pilar Lopez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Es para niños/as. Es atractivo, divertido, hermoso y bueno.Disfruta las historias de Isadora Moon.

[Suze · Rating 5 out of 5]

Isadora Moon and her classmates go on a school trip to a castle. Isadora's father immediately offers his services, he loves helping out and maybe the castle will have ghosts. Isadora and her father love ghosts, but do Isadora's classmates like them as well? What will the school trip be like, is it going to be filled with fun, laughter and games or are there going to be spooks that will scare everyone else?

Isadora Moon Goes on a School Trip is a charming story about a half vampire half fairy girl and a haunted castle. Isadora is kindhearted and loves spending time with her classmates. She's unique, but so are they and they like each other because of who they are, which is something I absolutely loved about this story. Isadora meets a ghost at the castle, just like she hoped, but not everyone thinks ghosts are friendly and fascinating creatures. I loved how Harriet Muncaster describes the ghost, the castle itself and how much fun it is to go on a school trip there. Reading about it constantly made me smile. Another thing I loved is that Isadora Moon's father is just as endearing as his daughter, which makes the story even more enjoyable.

Harriet Muncaster's Isadora Moon stories are a combination of great writing and fabulous drawings. I absolutely love her beautiful books. They're gorgeous in looks and spirit, which makes them incredibly precious. Harriet Muncaster writes in a lovely understanding way filled with dreams, adventures and life. I fell in love with Isadora Moon Goes on a School Trip from the beginning and can't praise this terrific story enough.

[Leeni · Rating 4 out of 5]

Näemmä nämä matkoille sijoittuvat osat ovat parhaita. Tässä mennään retkelle linnaan, jossa saattaa kummitella, iik! Todella viihdyttävä ja tunnelmallinen pieni tarina.

[Steph · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great, short book for 6-8 year olds! My twiglets are going to love this. Dad is my favourite!

[Kwante in Wonderland · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Denise · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good

[Emilia · Rating 5 out of 5]

These books are amazing! They all have a different meaning in all of them!

[Mehsi · Rating 4 out of 5]

A field trip, knights, ghosts, and more! A brand-new and fun Isadora Moon book!

I was actually looking for another Isadora Moon book that I wanted to read (Isadora Moon gets in trouble), but instead I found this one.

The kids, and Isadora's dad and of course the teacher, are on a new field trip. This time not ballet, no instead we are going to visit a giant castle filled with fun rooms, activities, and items. The weather also participated by making the castle seem even creepier and awesome.

I loved that there were dress up chests everywhere and that you had to find them all to unlock all the costumes. That way every kid got a chance, and that it made the whole field trip a lot more interesting and fun. I would have loved that when I was a kid. There are also archery lessons (inside????). I was a bit disappointed at their lunch, I had expected some kind of special castle feast with all sorts of yummy foods that kids love so much. But I would definitely have loved visiting the castle when I was a kid. All those hidden nooks and crannies, all those shiny and interesting things.

The ghost? I am not too sure. I did like him, for most, but for some reason I found him a bit annoying. Maybe it was that he knew (and spoiled) the locations of the costumes, or that he could do everything perfectly. I get that he has been here for hundreds of years, but it just felt a bit too much.
I did feel sorry that people ran away from him when all he wanted was to start a conversation with them. I found it a shame that the ghost was just another stereotype. I would much rather have seen it be a kid or a man. Really, if vampirefairies can exist, why can't a ghost look human?

I am not too sure how I felt about the ghost solution at the end. It is really sweet of them (though I wonder why the ghost never left on his own), but shouldn't they also have asked the mom if she was OK with their plans? After all she is a fairy, not a vampire, so maybe she doesn't want this.

I am really proud that Isadora's dad is doing his best to wake up on time. Not just because he is a vampire and loves the night, but also because of his hair. In this one he actually gets up and has his hair done! Good job dad!

Of course the book is also covered in illustrations and I just adore them. Sometimes they are a bit too sweet (with all that pink), but mostly I think it is cute.

All in all, hopefully I will be able to read that other book I wanted as I just adore the Isadora Moon series, and I would recommend this one to everyone.

Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/

[Coco Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

〰️𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗥𝗔 𝗠𝗢𝗢𝗡 𝗬 𝗘𝗟 𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗢 𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗗𝗢〰️

🪶 Autor:Harriet Muncaster.
🕰️ Año: 2017.
📜 Páginas: 117.
🥀 Género: Novela.
🥀 Subgénero: Infantil / Fantasía.

💬 OPINIÓN:

Hola mis coquitos, hoy les vengo a hablar de este libro que leí en la lectura conjunta organizada por @bookstagramcitas ¡Increíble lectura! Gracias.
✨ Estructura:
El libro está cortito, ligero y muy rápido de leer, además de que tiene un montón de dibujos preciosos para ir acompañando y visualizar mejor la historia.
Está escrito desde la perspectiva de Isadora y utiliza un lenguaje muy sencillo y fluido.
✨ Personajes:
Me encariñe mucho con el conde Moon porque tiene una personalidad muy alegre y despreocupada, me hizo reír bastante.
Por otra parte, la mayoría de los personajes son niños, en ellos encontramos personas honestas, inocentes y solidarios.
✨ Trama:
El grupo de Isadora organiza una excursión a un castillo que funge como museo y aunque al señor Moon y a Isadora les emociona la idea de encontrar un fantasma, a todos los demás les da pavor.
Además de toda la diversión que se nos describe, el libro tiene mensajes muy importantes, aquí aprendemos el valor de la amistad, tolerancia y sobre todo: no juzgar sin haber conocido antes.
Muchas veces actuamos en base a lo que se nos dice o nos imaginamos, sin detenernos a pensar que podemos dañar a los demás.
Les recomiendo mucho esta lectura, esta super bonita y aunque está enfocada para niños, nosotros los más grandecitos, la disfrutamos sin problemas.
De mi parte, me quedé con ganas de leer los demás libros ¡Quiero toda la colección!
¿Lo conocían? ¿Lo leerían?

[Khanh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Isadora Moon Goes on a School Trip is the sixth installment in Harriet Muncaster’s beloved series about a half-fairy, half-vampire girl who never quite fits neatly into one world—and learns that that’s perfectly okay. In this book, Isadora, accompanied by her very enthusiastic vampire father, joins her class on a school trip to a magical castle, where she encounters an unusual being, unexpected challenges, and opportunities to show kindness and courage. As always, the whimsical illustrations and gentle humor make the adventure sparkle.

Even though this isn’t the first book in the series (and I admittedly don’t know all of Isadora’s history), I didn’t have any trouble jumping right in. Sometimes I’ll start a light series out of order, and this was one of those delightful surprises where it didn’t matter—the story still felt complete and welcoming.

What I especially loved was how the book explores acceptance of others, even when they’re different from us. Isadora’s mixed identity helps kids see the beauty in uniqueness, and the story’s warm, inclusive message shines brightly throughout the trip. The ending in particular was wonderfully cozy and comforting—one of those soft landings that left me smiling after the last page.

Overall, this is a perfect read for young readers. It’s fun, imaginative, and gently teaches themes of friendship, kindness, and acceptance without ever feeling heavy-handed. A sweet little escape with a big heart.

[Diana Cano · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oficialmente conocí el mundo de Isadora, gracias a @uncafelector y @bookstagramcitas, que organizaron una Lc y me les uní, pero como me gusta seguir un orden, me aventuré a leer sus otras historias.

En esta entrega de Isadora Moon, nos tocó conocer a un nuevo personaje, Oscar, el es un fantasma que vive en un castillo al que Isadora va de excursión junto con su clase escolar. Esta vez la maestra Glenda solo necesitaba el apoyo de un padre, y cómo la visita iba a ser a uno de los sitios que le encantan al Conde Bartolomeo, se ofreció voluntario, y eso es más divertido, pues el papá de Isadora entiende poco de las normas sociales de los humanos.

Me gusta que puedes leerlo sin orden específico, y aunque a veces hacen comentarios a alguna historia anterior, no tiene gran relevancia, pues en cada libro terminas conociendo a todos los personajes.

El tema es rosa y negro en todos ellos y aunque a veces se habla del color rojo, siempre aparece como un rosa más subido de tono.

Los outfits que presentan me encantan siempre.

[Lidia Makarena · Rating 4 out of 5]

BOOOOOOH! Isadora Moon está de regreso en mis lecturas!!
Vi este libro en la biblioteca y tenía que leerlo. La literatura infantil me resulta perfecta para los malos días, el estrés y todo lo malo en la rutina de ser adulto.
En esta entrega, Isadora, su padre, su maestra y sus compañeros/as van de excursión a un castillo en el que conocerán a un particular amigo que enternecerá a mas de uno. Como el libro es corto, no puedo entrar en mucho detalle sin hacer spoiler, no obstante les puedo decir que es una historia tierna, liviana, de pocas páginas y perfecta para niños y adultos que nos gusta la literatura infantil.
Aparte, el libro en sí, es una belleza. Sus colores ceñidos en la paleta cromática de los rosados, el negro y el blanco y las bellas ilustraciones convierten al libro en una experiencia dulce.
Estaré atenta a las aventuras de esta chica.

[Lex Light · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ay, el primer libro que me leí de "Isadora Moon" el año pasado, en la biblioteca de mi pueblo, lo recuerdo con cariño.

Ya con ésto dicho, la verdad es que gracias a esta historia, me empecé a encariñar bastante con Isadora y su familia, por no hablar de que cuenta una situación con la que se identifica bastante gente, y éso me alegró un montón.

Lo único, que no me gustó cómo Bruno se puso sexista por decir que una chica no puede ser guerrera, aunque creo que Zoe (u otra chica, no recuerdo bien) se defendió bien ante esa acusación), y éso lo compensa.

Un libro recomendable, especialmente si has ido de excursión alguna vez en tu infancia.

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

A story of a little girl named Isadora who is half vampire and half fairy. She goes on a school excursion to a castle. While there she and her father work together to help Isadora’s classmate build a friendship based on actions rather than appearance.
This is a sweet book for children aged about 5-8 years old.
I have not read earlier books in the series so have not seen Isadora’s character develop. I suspect that if I had read the first books I may be more invested in the book and developed a deeper connection to the Isadora. Without that connection I think this is a three star book.

[Elisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ihana Isadora Kuu!
Tyttö, joka on puoliksi vampyyri, puoliksi keiju, on nyt päässyt ihmisten kouluun ja koulusta tehdään luokkaretki linnamuseoon. Lapset pelkäävät, että linnassa kummittelee, ja niin siellä tosiaan kummitteleekin, sillä Isadora ja hänen vampyyri-isänsä löytävät Oscar-kummituksen pienestä komerosta. Mutta miten saadaan muut lapset tutustumaan pelkäämäänsä kummitukseen?

Näissä kirjoissa on ihana lempeä tunnelma ja kevyttä huumoria, eikä yhtään kakkavitsiä. Erilaisuuden hyväksymistä ja omana itsenä olemista senkin edestä.

[Estela Ruiz · Rating 3 out of 5]

Razones por las que debes leer la colección de libros de Isadora Moon:

1. Isadora es especial porque es diferente: su mamá es un hada, su papá es un vampiro y ella tiene un poco de ambos. Ama el día y la noche, la magia y su tutú negro. Sus diferencias la convierten en una heroína única, reafirmando continuamente la importancia de la autenticidad.

Aquí mi reseña completa:
https://entintameotra.com/2018/05/01/...

[Chloe (Always Booked) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is such a fun and unique series! In this one, Isadora's human class goes to a castle on a field trip. There is a ghost there and everyone is scared except for the Moons so they help the ghost dress up like a kid so he can become a friend. The kids all love him and then when its revealed hes a ghost they realize its okay. However, its time for everyone to leave and the ghost is sad and lonely so the Moons invite him to come live with them!

[Sean Harding · Rating 4 out of 5]

Muncaster Mission #6
Isadora Moon #6

No matter who a series is written for, one thing a good series has is continuity, so you know that you 1. need to read it in order and it rewards you for doing so
2 you can see the changes in characters and see new characters
anyway so far this has been that way, and with the addition of a new character one can hope it continues
another fun read in the series.

[Gabby · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been trying to work out how to write this without sounding like a broken record but don't judge a castle by its ghosts. Also don't judge the ghosts before you know them. That is something that everyone needs to learn. Another brilliant book in a crazy fun series. This school trip has a lesson that everyone young and old needs to learn but it does it in a fun way.

[Sophie Reed · Rating 5 out of 5]

My favourite part was when Isadora met Oscar the friendly ghost. At the end Oscar was sad because Isadora and the rest that was there had to leave to go home because it was the end of the school trip, but isadora's Dad said dont feel sad u can come home with us you can stay in the attic so they all went home (Oooo Spooky)

[Sri · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hah hantu? Aku hampir mengolok-olok keberadaan hantu di cerita ini. Tapi lalu aku inget, lah ada vampire dan ada peri, kenapa enggak boleh ada hantu wkwkwk.
Kalau dalam cerita biasanya, anak-anak main ketemu anak kucing, lalu dibawa pulang. Klo di sini, Isadora jalan-jalan ketemu hantu kesepian, lalu dibawa pulang.
Kasian juga sih si hantu Oscar, udah 200 tahun tidak pernah bicara dengan siapa pun karena semua orang takut. Lah masak enggak ada teman hantu ya? Entahlah hehe.

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

My niece loves these books, I think this is the 3rd one in the series I have read with her. I think they are sweet and quirky and always have a valuable lesson that the reader can take with them! Cute for the little girl that likes vampires, fairies and other mystical things!

[Jade Boden · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lovely story

This book was another great story about isadora moon. My daughter and I are really enjoying the stories. The only issue is that on kindle the some of the pictures are miss in and on page 71 there was nothing at all which means it missed a page of the story

[Niina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Isadoran luokka menee retkelle linnamuseoon. Lapset pelkäävät, että linnassa kummittelee, ja niinpä siellä tosiaan tekeekin. Kirja opastaa lapsia hyväksymään erilaisuutta tuomitsematta pelkän ulkonäön takia.

[Lívia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like the story, the drawings and the colour scheme <3

[Nathalie Demontreuil · Rating 4 out of 5]

Min datter på fire år er vild med Isadora bøgerne. Og de er gode at læse højt.