A Big Mooncake for Little Star

A Big Mooncake for Little Star

Grace Lin

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A gorgeous picture book that tells a whimsical origin story of the phases of the moon, from award-winning, bestselling author-illustrator Grace Lin 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.


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    Mar 30, 2025
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    Apr 14, 2025
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    This was an adorable read. Very cute explanation of the moon phases by having a little star take nibbles every so often when she's not supposed to. I love the color choices so the mooncake and Little Star really pop. 

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