Goodnight Moon
Goodnight Moon
Fiction | Picture Book | Early Reader Picture Book | Published in 1947
Book Brief
Goodnight Moon
Fiction | Picture Book | Early Reader Picture Book | Published in 194732
Picture Book • Fiction
1947
Early reader / picture book
0-5 years
Super Short Summary
Margaret Wise Brown's Goodnight Moon, published in 1947, follows a small bunny's bedtime ritual, where the bunny, guided by an elderly lady, says goodnight to various objects in its green room and eventually to the world outside. The book is renowned for its rhythmic, rhyming text and Clement Hurd’s illustrations, creating a soothing experience that mirrors a child's own nighttime routine.
Serene
Nostalgic
Heartwarming
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown remains a beloved classic in children's literature. Praised for its soothing, rhythmic text and charming illustrations, it effectively creates a calming bedtime ritual. Critics note its minimal plot and simplicity might not sustain older children's interest, though its warmth and nostalgia make it universally cherished.
Who Should Read Goodnight Moon?
Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown is perfect for young children, particularly those aged 0-5, who enjoy soothing, rhythmic bedtime stories. Comparable to Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are, it provides comfort through its gentle prose and calming illustrations, making it a beloved classic for bedtime routines.
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Picture Book • Fiction
1947
Early reader / picture book
0-5 years
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