The Girl Who Drank the Moon facts for kids
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| Author | Kelly Barnhill |
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| Audio read by | Christina Moore |
| Publisher | Algonquin Young Readers |
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Publication date
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9 August 2016 |
| Pages | 386 |
| Awards | Newbery Medal |
| ISBN | 9781848126473 |
| OCLC | 1001316782 |
The Girl Who Drank the Moon is a special children's book. It was written by Kelly Barnhill in 2016. The story is about a girl named Luna. She was raised by a kind witch. Luna has amazing magical powers. She needs to learn how to control them. If she doesn't, her powers could cause trouble. This book won a very important award. It received the 2017 Newbery Medal.
Contents
Discovering the Story
This book takes readers on an exciting journey. It is full of magic and adventure. The story explores important ideas. These include love, sacrifice, and finding your true self.
What is the Book About?
The story begins in a sad town. The people there believe a witch lives in the forest. They think she demands a baby sacrifice every year. But this is not true. The witch, named Xan, is kind. She rescues the abandoned babies. She takes them to a loving family in another town.
One year, Xan accidentally gives a baby moonlight to drink. This fills the baby, Luna, with powerful magic. Xan decides to raise Luna herself. She wants to protect Luna and her magic. As Luna grows, her magic becomes stronger. It also becomes harder to control.
Luna must learn about her powers. She needs to understand where they come from. She also needs to know why they are so wild. Her journey helps her discover secrets. These secrets are about her past. They are also about the town and its strange traditions.
Who is Kelly Barnhill?
Kelly Barnhill is an American author. She writes books for children and young adults. She is known for her fantasy stories. Her books often feature magical worlds. They also have strong, brave characters. Barnhill has won many awards for her writing. "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" is one of her most famous books. It helped her become a very well-known author.
Why is the Newbery Medal Important?
The Newbery Medal is a big award. It is given every year. It honors the best American children's book. Winning this medal is a huge achievement. It means the book is very well-written. It also means it has a great story. Books that win the Newbery Medal often become classics. They are loved by many readers for a long time. "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" won this award in 2017. This shows how special and impactful the book is.
