The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal) - Gift Edition — 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
The New York Times Bestseller
This gift edition of the New York Times bestselling Newbery Medal-winning novel includes:
A prequel story set in the world of the novel
Brand new chapter opening illustrations
A color map of The Known World
Every year, the people of the Protectorate leave a baby as an offering to the witch who lives in the forest. They hope this sacrifice will keep her from terrorizing their town. But the witch in the Forest, Xan, is kind. She shares her home with a wise Swamp Monster and a Perfectly Tiny Dragon. Xan rescues the children and delivers them to welcoming families on the other side of the forest, nourishing the babies with starlight on the journey.
One year, Xan accidentally feeds a baby moonlight instead of starlight, filling the ordinary child with extraordinary magic. Xan decides she must raise this girl, whom she calls Luna, as her own. As Luna’s thirteenth birthday approaches, her magic begins to emerge--with dangerous consequences. Meanwhile, a young man from the Protectorate is determined to free his people by killing the witch. Deadly birds with uncertain intentions flock nearby. A volcano, quiet for centuries, rumbles just beneath the earth’s surface. And the woman with the Tiger’s heart is on the prowl . . .
Frequently asked questions
Is The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal) - Gift Edition appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book does not culminate in violent confrontations; instead, it has a thoughtful resolution. The narrative emphasizes peace-loving values, indicating a lack of physical violence. The book does not contain genuinely frightening content. It features magical elements and a kind witch, which are suitable for young readers.
Does The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal) - Gift Edition have violence?
The book does not culminate in violent confrontations; instead, it has a thoughtful resolution. The narrative emphasizes peace-loving values, indicating a lack of physical violence.
Does The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal) - Gift Edition have scary content?
The book does not contain genuinely frightening content. It features magical elements and a kind witch, which are suitable for young readers.
Does The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal) - Gift Edition have religious themes?
The book contains spiritual undertones, suggesting themes of love and magic that may resonate with various spiritual beliefs. However, it does not explicitly promote or critique any specific religion.
Does The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal) - Gift Edition have racial/cultural content?
While the protagonist is described as having amber skin and curly black hair, race is not a central theme or plot point in the narrative.
Does The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal) - Gift Edition have profanity?
No profanity is mentioned in the book. The language is appropriate for a children's audience.
Does The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal) - Gift Edition have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental activism are present in the book's narrative. The focus is on fantasy and magic rather than ecological issues.
Does The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal) - Gift Edition have sexual identity?
There is no sexual content present in the book. The narrative is focused on fantasy and adventure suitable for children.
Does The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal) - Gift Edition have gender roles?
The book features a strong female protagonist, Luna, and the author has mentioned a tendency to subvert gender norms in her storytelling, indicating a modern feminist approach.
Does The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal) - Gift Edition have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes are mentioned in the book's narrative. The search results focus on the strong female protagonist and the fantasy elements of the story, without reference to LGBTQ+ content.
