Follow the Moon Home A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for Kids, Children's Environment Books, Kid's Turtle Books) — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
A triumphant story of environmental activism, community, and friendship: Acclaimed activist Philippe Cousteau and renowned author Deborah Hopkinson team up to offer a story of the powerful difference young people can make in the world. Meet Viv, who has a new home and a new school by the sea and follow her as she finds her way in a new place and helps bring together a whole community to save the sea turtles of the South Carolina coast.
• Explores various important themes like activism, philanthropy, volunteerism, and more
• Features gorgeous watercolor illustrations that are colorful and engaging
• Includes a "Letter to Young Activists" from the author as well as resources to learn more about sea turtles.
• Meilo So is the esteemed illustrator of many books, including Water Sings Blue. Philippe Cousteau is an award-winning television host, producer, author, speaker, philanthropist, and social entrepreneur. Deborah Hopkinson is the author of many award-winning nonfiction books for young readers
Fans of Manfish and Water Sings Blue will also enjoy the inspiring storyline and stunning illustrations in Follow the Moon Home.
• Great family and classroom read-aloud book
• Books for kids ages 4-6
• Children's picture books for kindergarten through third grade
Frequently asked questions
Is Follow the Moon Home A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for Kids, Children's Environment Books, Kid's Turtle Books) appropriate for a 7-year-old?
No violence present in the book. The story promotes positive themes of teamwork and environmental stewardship, appropriate for young readers. No scary content in the book. The story is gentle and focuses on positive themes of helping sea turtles, making it appropriate for young children.
Does Follow the Moon Home A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for Kids, Children's Environment Books, Kid's Turtle Books) have violence?
No violence present in the book. The story promotes positive themes of teamwork and environmental stewardship, appropriate for young readers.
Does Follow the Moon Home A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for Kids, Children's Environment Books, Kid's Turtle Books) have scary content?
No scary content in the book. The story is gentle and focuses on positive themes of helping sea turtles, making it appropriate for young children.
Does Follow the Moon Home A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for Kids, Children's Environment Books, Kid's Turtle Books) have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The story is centered around environmental themes and children's activism, with no references to religious practices or beliefs.
Does Follow the Moon Home A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for Kids, Children's Environment Books, Kid's Turtle Books) have racial/cultural content?
No explicit racial themes in the book. The narrative does not focus on race as a central theme or plot point.
Does Follow the Moon Home A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for Kids, Children's Environment Books, Kid's Turtle Books) have profanity?
No profanity present in the book. The language used is suitable for children and aligns with the book's educational purpose.
Does Follow the Moon Home A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for Kids, Children's Environment Books, Kid's Turtle Books) have climate change?
The book delivers an environmental message, focusing on activism related to sea turtles and the importance of caring for nature. It encourages young readers to engage in environmental stewardship.
Does Follow the Moon Home A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for Kids, Children's Environment Books, Kid's Turtle Books) have sexual identity?
No sexual content in the book. The narrative is focused on children's environmental activism and does not include any sexual themes.
Does Follow the Moon Home A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for Kids, Children's Environment Books, Kid's Turtle Books) have gender roles?
The book features children working together on an environmental project but does not actively discuss or promote traditional or modern gender roles.
Does Follow the Moon Home A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles (Children's Story Books, Sea Turtle Gifts, Moon Books for Kids, Children's Environment Books, Kid's Turtle Books) have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes present in the book. The narrative focuses on environmental activism and teamwork among children, without any mention of LGBTQ+ characters or themes.
