A Big Mooncake for Little Star
Written by Grace Lin
Illustrated by Grace Lin
Published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Pat, pat, pat…
Little Star’s soft feet tiptoed to the Big Mooncake.
Little Star loves the delicious Mooncake that she bakes with her mama. But she’s not supposed to eat any yet! What happens when she can’t resist a nibble?
In this stunning picture book that shines as bright as the stars in the sky, Newbery Honor author Grace Lin creates a heartwarming original story that explains phases of the moon.
Primary ISBN: 9780316404488
Publication Date: August 2018
Available As: Hardcover, Audiobook, eBook
Picture Book, Age 04 or older
Community Represented: Chinese/Chinese American, Taiwanese/Taiwanese American
Themes: Accolades & Awards, Accolades & Awards: Starred Review, Celebrations, Engagement Tool: Arts, Engagement Tool: I'm Your Neighbor Books Created, Engagement Tool: Video, Format: Audiobook, Genre: Fantasy & Folklore, Own Voices/Lived Experience
Setting: Fantasy
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Unknown Arrival
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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