A spellbinding journey through the Moon's mysteries and magic.
For thousands of years, the Moon has been our glowing companion in the night sky and a source of wonder for scientists, storytellers and stargazers alike.With magical illustrations from Anna Stead providing a sumptuous backdrop for author Susan Hayes' dreamily crafted words, Chasing the Moon is your magical guide to the moon's phases and the amazing ways it has inspired people all over the world.
Take a moonlit adventure through exciting stories, mystical legends and ancient ideas to learn all about our special connection with the Moon. Travel back in time to see how ancient civilisations understood it - from Egyptian gods to Chinese astronomers - and journey around the globe to discover traditions and celebrations that honour the Moon.
Chasing the Moon follows these iconic phases:
You'll also explore lunar gardening and lunar phobia, moon bathing and glowing creatures, and how humans and animals use the Moon's light. Plus, you'll see incredible natural wonders like moonbows, eclipses and the tides.
This is a spellbinding treat for anyone obsessed with all things celestial and lunar.
| ISBN: | 9781805700180 |
| Publication date: | 6th August 2026 |
| Author: | Susan Hayes |
| Illustrator: | Anna Stead |
| Publisher: | Wide Eyed Editions |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 80 pages |
| Reading age: | 7+ |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage general interest: Countries, cultures and national identity Space Children’s / Teenage general interest: Ancient religions, Mythology and legends |
A spellbinding journey through the Moon's mysteries and magic. For thousands of years, the Moon has been our glowing companion in the night sky and a source of wonder for scientists, storytellers and stargazers alike.With magical illustrations from Anna Stead providing a sumptuous backdrop for author Susan Hayes' dreamily crafted words, Chasing the Moon is your magical guide to the moon's phases and the amazing ways it has inspired people all over the world. Take a moonlit adventure through exciting stories, mystical legends and ancient ideas to learn all about our special connection with the Moon. Travel back in time to see how ancient civilisations understood it - from Egyptian gods to Chinese astronomers - and journey around the globe to discover traditions and celebrations that honour the Moon. Chasing the Moon follows these iconic phases: The New Moon, including how it affects high tides and a new year. The Waxing Moon, including moon dogs and halos, and the intriguing Scarab dance.? The Full Moon, including werewolves, eclipses and moon bathing. The Waning Moon, including the dark moon and bat migration. You'll also explore lunar gardening and lunar phobia, moon bathing and glowing creatures, and how humans and animals use the Moon's light.
Chasing the Moon is aimed at readers aged 7 and over.
Chasing the Moon features in the following genres: Children’s / Teenage general interest: Countries, cultures and national identity, Space, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Ancient religions, Mythology and legends
Hardback. £18.00, down from the £20.00 cover price. In Stock.
Chasing the Moon was written by Susan Hayes and published by Wide Eyed Editions
Chasing the Moon has 80 pages
£18.00, reduced from £20.00. In Stock.