This is written by the same author who wrote Posey’s Problem, so I knew I would love it!

It’s a cute story of a young girl and a horse, who has a pretty hard life. The bond they have is literally the absolute sweetest to see as the story unfolds. This story teaches about love, life, kindness, hope, and friendship! 🥹

The connection between a human and an animal is absolutely wonderful, and reading this story just reaffirmed it more.
The illustrations were wonderful and added a touch of wonder to the sweetest little story.

Very sweet story about a girl and a pony. I don't normally cry when I read books but there were definitely happy tears while I read this one. Me Too reminded me so much of the pony I has as a kid. He was just the same. I would recommend this book to anyone with horse crazy kids or who remembers being a horse crazy kid
Also loved the illustrations in this they were so beautiful.

This book was based on a true story, about a little girl who worked at stables one summer, grew up and missed a pony that only she could bond with. The pony had been labeled as mean, but not to the little girl. The little girl treated the horse with kindness and respect, like anyone would want to be treated, and the pony became her friend. After years apart, they eventually are reunited for a happily ever after /

My daughter, who is seven and loves horses, loved this book. It's just long enough to keep her interest. The pictures were beautiful and really added to the story.

She was excited to see the blurb at the end explaining that this book was based on a true story, and she was so happy to hear that Me Too had a loving home in real life as well.

A very precious story about a girl and a pony with the most amazing illustrations!

This story is quite meaningful as it shows the strong bond between the pony and the girl in such a captivating manner. The writing is beautiful. The artstyle gets far more beautiful with each page. So worth the read.

Thank you, author/artist and the publisher, for the advance reading copy.

My daughter absolutely loved this inspiring story of friendship. She loves horses, so this was right up her alley. Based on a true story, it sparked discussions on how God can inspire us in simple ways to act and help each other, and how he loves us and wants to help us with our goals even, or perhaps especially, when there doesn't seem to be a way forward. We truly enjoyed it!
Thanks again NetGalley for the book.

This lovely story is based on true events. A girl with long blond hair fell in love with a grey pony. They had the summer together but were separated. Years later after dreaming of her beloved pony, the girl went hunting for her friend, and eventually she was found and they were reunited. This story is sweet, but also a bit sad. The illustrations, while beautiful, are soft and help that sad feeling linger.

A sweet read based on the true story of a girl with long blond hair and the horse that she loved so much she searched for him again and again.

While I enjoyed the story itself, there were times the writing was a little awkward for me. However, I believe that this would be a perfect gift for a young girl whose love of horses outweighs the love of anything else.

Thank you to Netgalley and Bound to Happen Publishing for the chance to read and review this book.

3.5 stars

It is a cute book. A girl gets attached to a pony but circumstances separate them but they don't forget each other. Years later the girl sets out to look for the pony.

Kathy Simmers picture book "Jump the Moon" is a sweet story of a young girl's deep connection with a very special pony. She took on the responsibility of taking care of this wild but scared pony when no one else would. When the time came to leave her new friend, her heart grew bigger with the love she had for it. As years passed and time went on, that same love remained with her. Finding her friend again was a mission she had to take on.
A lovely story that shows friendship and the belief in another when all else fails. Love conquers all. The storyline and illustrations work well together to form this special story for a young audience.

Kathy Simmers’ Jump the Moon is a beautiful story loosely based on true events. Me Too has been abused by humans and distrusts them, until the girl with the blonde hair offers her friendship. Not expecting anything from Me Too, the girl with the blonde hair meets her where she is, offering kindness and understanding. As life goes on, Me Too is taken back to her current owners and the little girl loses touch with the horse. Later, as an adult, the little girl is able to reunite with Me Too. Any child who loves horses with be delighted with the book.

This was a special story! I find that books based on real life have some pretty strong emotions attached to them and this book was no exception. I was rooting for the pony and the girl to find each other in the end and they did. Such a great story with great illustrations!

What a heartwarming story! I have always loved horses, though I've never been able to ride - no farms around!

This story of a bond between girl and horse that blossomed one summer - and stretched on years later - was just the sort of story I needed to read during this gray, drizzly day.

The illustrations are beautiful, and the story amazing. The pacing is great, and the characters are loveable and relatable.

5/5 triquetras here - great for anyone who is a horse person, wants to be, or wants to read a story about the power of friendship.

*Thanks to the author, publisher, and netgalley for a free copy in exchange for a review.

Jump the moon was such a beautiful, heart-warming tale, based on a true story. With delightful illustrations I felt my own love for horses resurface. The story is charming and sweet and I have nothing bad to say about this book at all. I will most definitely have to add it to my collection!

For a book called jump the moon, I'm sad that there wasn't a bigger focus on the horse jumping. It's a sweet enough book with pretty art, but I was let down by this personally though I'm sure any horse loving kid would love it

Friendship comes in a variety of forms and this gentle and kind story of friendship between a shy young girl and a misunderstood horse is a beautiful example. Lovely illustrations capture the strength and power of the pony, the sweet determination of the girl, and their love for one another even over time and distance. Sure to capture the hearts of horse enthusiasts and people yearning for a happy ending after a magical summer and tragic separation.

This is a beautiful story about the love between a girl and a pony that eventually becomes hers. People who love horses and animals in general, will love this!

When you share an inexplicable bond with someone, even time and distance cannot dull the strength of that connection. “Jump the Moon” is a story that tells you of one such bond between a girl and a pony. The girl, who remains unnamed throughout the book, finds herself attracted to the latest addition to a pony barn. While the pony is initially reluctant to ingratiate himself to any human, she soon realises that this girl is special. They share many magical times together but soon the vacations come to an end and the two are parted. Do they ever reunite? Will they have the same magical connection as before? I am sure you can guess the answer to both these questions. But what makes this book a little extra magical is that it is based on a true story. So even sceptics who might have dismissed the book as farfetched won’t be able to deny that when the heart sets out to do something with an honest intent, the results are almost always fruitful.

Children, whether they love ponies or not, will definitely love this story. The connection between a human and a pet is beautifully depicted. Plus the book raises many other important points on relationships, understanding, compassion and determination.

The illustrations by Marjorie VanHeerden are an icing on the cake. They are colourful and attractive without going over the top, and complement the story beautifully.

I wasn’t too happy with the font in my ARC; it was too small and quite plain. But I guess this might not be a problem in the actual book.

Thank you, NetGalley and Bound to Happen Publishing, for the Advanced Review Copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

5 Stars
This is my first ARC of a children's book, and I couldn't have picked a better one to read. Jump the Moon is a cute little story of a girl and pony that has had a difficult life. How the two of them bond only to get separated forms the first half of the story. The second half is about whether the girl and her pony can unite again or not.
Written in simple language for kids, the book starts and ends too soon. In fact, my only ruse is that the book was over almost immediately.
I'd be doing grave injustice to the fabulous illustrator if I didn't mention her work. It's top-class; mesmerizing and soothing.
The story gently teaches about love, life, kindness, hope, and friendship. And it's based on a true story too.
Thank you, NetGalley and Bound to Happen Publishing, for the ARC copy.

One summer, a grumpy grey pony is transformed into a champion through the love and care of a young girl who works at the barn. But when summer is over, she goes back to school and the pony is sold. Over the course of many years, both pony and girl dream about the other until, in the end, they are reunited.

This was a beautifully illustrated true story of following one's dreams and never giving up.

*I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review*