How can reading On the Moon help support your child’s learning

• Encourages imaginative and pretend play as children can imagine themselves travelling in a rocket and exploring the moon.
• Uses expressive language that helps children feel like they are part of the journey.
• Simple clear illustrations that match the text, making it easier for children to understand and follow the story.
• Introduces lots of new and interesting vocabulary that children may not hear in everyday conversations.
• Creates opportunities for discussion, questioning, curiosity and wonder.
• Makes non – fiction books fun.
• Uses descriptive language to help children imagine the journey and bring the story to life.