I got this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review. The illustrations are absolutely gorgeous and I thought the story was fantastic. I don't personally have children yet but I did work in a daycare before I became disabled and I sometimes think about collecting books for my future children. I again not only think this story is fantastic, but I think it would be great for teaching children about other cultures. It was short and sweet; a perfect length for storytime. I also really liked the authors note and the inclusion of the moon calendar.

A heart-warming and reflective story of the author recounting her Nohhum (grandmother) passing down stories that highlight the importance of cultural stories and how they connect us to our ancestors and the earth.
The illustrations are rich in color yet feel earthy and relaxing to look at. There is a certain flow to the colors and elements of the art that complements the story.
I also love the author's note that she wrote this because of her daughter's request and also nods to the fact that this story exists because of her grandmother and ancestors passed on these stories. It really is beautiful and I'm so thankful for the author for sharing this tale and the care that went into the art as well.

I absolutely loved the watercolour illustrations in this book - they offset the rich lyrical text beautifully.
This is a traditional story told with heart, courage and spirit and it will appeal to children of many different ages due to the nuanced approach the author has adopted.
The only thing I would change would be to add the vocabulary section explaining those two key terms to the front of the book so that a reader is armed with this knowledge prior to starting. The back explanatory notes are wonderfully done.

Thanks to NetGalley for an eARC of this book.

The illustrations are absolutely beautiful. I loved the colors and the watercolor effect - it perfectly captured the spirit of the story. I enjoyed learning more about Grandmother Moon and indigenous storytelling, as well as the moon calendar on turtle shells (it makes the reader reflect on how interconnected everything is). Children's books that share the stories of different cultures and traditions are so important, and this one does it beautifully.

This book is absolutely beautiful! The story itself engages readers, young and old, while also educating about different perspectives of different cultures. I felt like I was a fly on the wall in the best way, seeing a sweet moment between a granddaughter and her grandmother. The illustrations are stunning, with such incredible detail. The entire story felt nostalgic, like it could be any loving relationship between a grandmother and granddaughter, but it was especially beautiful to peer into a culture I know little about.

I love stories about the moon. A grandmother is telling her granddaughter the story of Grandmother moon as they drive from the city to the reservation. It’s a story about the moon, but also the importance of storytelling, and story, and honoring our ancestors and histories. I especially like the different names of the full moons included in the backmatter.
Thank you to NetGalley and Broadleaf Books for this DRC.
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Thank you to NetGalley for an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book. All the opinions in this review are fully my own.

What an exceptional book!! I truly believe this is a lovely way to help younger children understand the value of storytelling and preserving their culture. The information is told in a simple, straightforward way that lends itself well to being understood by young minds. The art is beautifully illustrated, which makes this even more engaging. The relationship between our protagonist and her grandmother is heartwarming. I also loved the ending addition of the different moon names we see in a calendar year!!

This was simply just a great children's book through and through. Cannot recommend enough!!

I loved reading the Indigenous story about the different moons (all 13) and the meaning behind them. I also liked reading about how the turtle’s shell is like a calendar.

The way this book displays texture and lighting through paint is PHENOMENAL. Illustrations are so captivating from the end pages throughout the entirety of the book. This story uses words like “Powerful, soothing, and warm” to describe language used by elders. Curiosity is rewarded by exciting tales. This is a powerful book about connection.

This story gorgeously captures the importance of grandparents in each child's life as the main character leaves to spend the weekend with her grandmother. Full of imagery, hope, and honoring the earth around us.

This is truly an amazing book! I love just how steeped in traditional culture this book was, and also how genuine everything felt. I don't know if that totally makes sense, but it's the best way I could put it. Everything about this book was very interesting, and I would say that I learned a lot from reading this book. Additionally, this book is going to be so, so special to kids that can relate to the characters in this book, but I think that this story should be read and shown to kids from all walks of life, as it will help them learn about cultures different from their own and, as a result, broaden their horizons. Lastly, the illustrations were utterly breathtaking. The illustrator effortlessly captured the beauty of nature and immersed the reader fully into this book, making for a beautifully meaningful reading experience. Bravo!!!

Heartwarming, comforting, and gorgeously illustrated, 'Grandmother Moon' tells of a young girl and her grandmother on their way to spend the weekend together. What follows is a beautiful introspection on the moon, ancestry, and Indigenous storytelling. The author writes that their own grandmother's story of the moon once 'transported me into the stars like magic' and that is *exactly* how this book feels.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for providing me with a free eARC in exchange for an honest review.

What a lovely book to share the importance of the moon through the eyes of an indigenous granddaughter and grandmother who view the moon and Mother Earth with an especially feminist lens. Loved the watercolor illustrations and backmatter.
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In this beautiful picture book, a young girl learns about grandmother moon from her grandmother.

Told with gorgeous illustrations and a lilting prose, this is a phenomenal picture book. I plan to add it to my elementary school library and recommend that other librarians do the same. The language used in Algonquin, and may be of particular interest to libraries in that area of the country. This is also a great fit for public libraries and personal collections.

Thank you to Broadleaf Books, Beaming Books, and Net Galley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.