Fool Moon Rising Book Description:
This rhyming, rollicking tale tells of a crime of cosmic proportions: the moon, blinded by pride, fails to see the true source of his abilities-the light provided by the sun. He boasts of his ability to shine, to change shape throughout each month, and to swell the tides. One day, overwhelmed by a piercing ray of sunshine, the moon repents of his pride and changes his ways, and from that point on he is happy to reflect the sun’s light.
This beautifully illustrated book introduces the concept of humility to children. Readers will be reminded that everything we have, including our gifts and talents, is from God. Just as the moon learns to boast only of the sun, children-and their parents-learn that to boast of anything other than the Son is utter foolishness.
About the Authors:
Kristi and T. Lively Fluharty live in Prior Lake, MN, with their five daughters. T. Lively (Tom) is an illustrator whose artwork has appeared in numerous publications. Kristi holds a BA in technical journalism and currently homeschools their children, teaches Sunday school, and teaches swimming lessons. T. Lively Fluharty is an accomplished illustrator whose artwork has appeared in such publications as Time Magazine, Sports Illustrated, and Focus on the Family. Kristi holds a BA in technical journalism and currently homeschools their children, teaches Sunday school, and teaches swimming lessons.
Book Details:
- Reading level: Ages 3 and up
- Hardcover: 40 pages
- Publisher: Crossway (August 25, 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1433506823
- ISBN-13: 978-1433506826
- E-book also available
My Thoughts:
“What do you have that God hasn’t given you? And if everything you have is from God, why do you boast as though it were not a gift?” 1 Corinthians 4:7 NLT
That verse is the first thing that you read when you open Fool Moon Rising which sets the tone for the entire book. This book is the story of how the moon likes to brag about being the brightest, greatest thing in the sky. The moon is filled with pride and arrogance until one day his boasting is put in check as he realizes that his light actually comes from the sun. The moon then sees the error of his ways and starts to praise the sun instead of bragging about himself. After this portion of the story concludes, the reader is then drawn back to reflect on what that means in our own lives.
Because of the way the book is written, parents will have the opportunity to really talk about how everything that we have comes from the Lord. Yes, working hard is important, but it’s even more important to give glory and praise to the Lord for the many things in our lives. The book concludes with some discussion questions to get the reader to really think about what the story means and how it applies to our lives. It also has a few “did you know” space related facts.
The illustrations are quite nice and sure to capture a child’s attention. I’m sure that the illustrations will also be a topic of conversation – not just the story. The rhymes will help children stay engaged in the story as it has a catchy flow. Overall, it’s a beautifully illustrated book with a wonderful message.
Disclosure: I received a copy of this book from Crossway to help facilitate the writing of a frank and honest review. A positive review is not guaranteed and all opinions are my own.
