2016
WISE Score
A stunningly illustrated look at how a future astronaut conquered his fear of the night by looking at the stars.
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This is a modern classic. It manages to be a 'message book' about overcoming fear without feeling like a lecture, largely because the illustrations are so insanely good.
If you have a kid who is currently negotiating for 'just one more light on' at bedtime, this is the move. It treats their fear with respect but offers a massive, star-filled exit ramp.
Best for ages 3 to 8. It hits that sweet spot where kids are starting to develop 'monsters in the closet' fears but are also becoming obsessed with how the world (and space) actually works.
It models a healthy family dynamic and a constructive way to process childhood anxiety without being preachy or saccharine.
The Fan brothers' illustrations are top-tier, turning a bedroom into a cinematic lunar landscape that actually rewards staring at the pages.
It's a picture book about an astronaut. No surprise triggers, no questionable content, just pure bedtime-appropriate storytelling.
Combines a relatable emotional struggle with actual historical context (the 1969 moon landing) and a growth-mindset message from a real-life hero.
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