The illustrations really add to the sweetness of this story. It’s a beautiful generational story of connection.

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Ah. . .a book of boys. Young and Old. Hijos y Abuelos (Padres are only implied en este libro). My grandson and granddaughter read through this with me a few times and then we discussed. . .

On the story: we love the trip by train. the words draw a picture of how abuelo looks - and how the wind moves the trees. they eat dinner outside and tell stories. stories with great names like The Adventures of the Mouse-Faced Bird!. Emilio gets to jump into the moon!! I want to jump into the moon!

On the illustrations: I love the plants, all the plants. Emilio's hair, and Abuelo's green hat with feather and flowers. Oh, and his moustache. and his hairy legs. The scary animals that have Emilio and Abuelo shadows in them. . .the moon. THE JUMP!

At the end - How many Stars?: All the Stars. ("can we ask for more or is that against the rules?" one thoughtfully asks; "just say all and they'll get the message," says the sister who knows her way around grownups; "indeed, they will," murmured the abuela in the room).

*A sincere thank you to Nicolás Schuff (Author), Ana Sender (Illustrator), Lawrence Schimel (Translator), Amazon Crossing Kids, and NetGalley for an ARC to read and review independently.*

Warm and cozy! I loved the illustrations and story. I would recommend this to kids and their families.

Emilio besucht im Sommer seinen Abuelo. Er wohnt im Wald und die beiden verbringen viel Zeit im Freien. Auch abends zum Abendessen. Wenn sie danach die Kerze löschen ist es dunkel und die beiden blicken in den Nachthimmel.
Dort oben sind die Sterne und der Mond. Der Mond mit vielen Gesichtern, das die beiden suchen gehen.

Ana Senders Illustrationen erinnern an „Wo die wilden Kerle wohnen“. Dichte, feine Striche, getönte Farben, viel Struktur.

Nicolas Schuffs Buch ist eine wunderschöne Hommage an die Beziehung zwischen Enkelkind und Großvater. Besonders für jene Kinder, die die Ferien bei Großeltern verbringen (müssen - manches Mal lernt man diese Zeit erst im Erwachsenenalter zu schätzen und würde als Kind lieber in den Urlaub fahren oder fliegen).

A Special Bond

Emilio’s trip to see his Abuelo (Grandfather) captures a sweet bond of a grandson and grandfather. This would make a wonderful addition to an at home library. A great bedtime story that could be used to drum up excitement for a sleepover with grandparents.

I received a free copy of this book from Nicolás Schuff (Author), Ana Sender (Illustrator), Lawrence Schimel (Translator) and Amazon Crossing Kids. I am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions are my own.

The art in this one is STUNNING!! I feel like the story might be a little slow and abstract for a younger reader, but I really enjoyed it. Very simple but still very dreamlike. This book would be better as a bedtime story than as a Storytime book, in my opinion.

When Emilio travels to abuelo's house the adventure begins. Emilo and Abuelo love the outdoors and the mysteries within the forest. When the eat outdoors by candlelight, Abuelo tells legends of the forest. One night, when there is a full moon, abuelo explains how the moon has many faces. Abuelo takes Emilio on a hike to meet the moon. Such a lovely story for the young ones. The illustrations are so beautiful, you feel as though you are in the forest along with them.

It is a captivating story of a little boy who goes on an adventure to reach the Moon from the Earth.
Beautiful illustrations are hard to miss and they tell the story in perfect synchrony.
Chidren as well as adults love to read book with illustrations!

Emilio’s Journey is a sweet, enchanting story that beautifully highlights the power of storytelling and the bond between Emilio and his abuelo. Emilio’s adventurous spirit is contagious and will inspire young readers to explore their own creativity. The plot is simple and engaging, while the illustrations wonderfully capture the magic of the night sky, complementing the minimal yet descriptive writing. Together, the author and illustrator create a truly captivating experience. A lovely book that’s sure to spark imagination!

This was so cute and felt like a little ode to all the adventurers out there! I thought the relationship between Emilio and Abuelo was depicted so beautifully and the illustrations made the book so much more atmospheric. I could easily see this as a bedtime story! I love all the little details and how they made me feel like I was in the woods with them too, trying to reach the moon. Super adorable and a great read to end anyone's night!

#HowToReachtheMoon #NetGalley

This is a wonderful picture book about an adventurous spirit, the joys of nature and spending time with loved ones!
My children and I enjoyed the wonderfully enchanting and whimsical illustrations. It works perfectly as a bedtime story and I am looking forward to reading it many more times with my children into the future.

Many thanks to the publisher for the digital review copy via NetGalley. This review is voluntary and all opinions expressed are my own.

This was absolutely precious! The art was gorgeous and matched the vibes of the story perfectly! Love, love, love!

5/5

This is a really endearing story. I think this is a great picture book for parents to read alongside their children.

A beautifully illustrated children's book about Emilio visiting his Abuelo. This is a perfect nighttime read as it has dark and dreamy illustrations and magical words.

Nostalgic
[book:How To Reach the Moon|214035835] is a touching book about a boy spending time with his Abuelo. It brings together shared memories, mild adventure, and imagination along with a caring family member. Illustrations are nice and fit the story.

Age: k-2
Recommended for: read at home
Caution: there is a scene where they jump into water wearing underwear. This is done well, but elem. kids may cause a scene in class or library if read aloud.

This honest review is given in exchange for a NetGalley ebook copy.

When life is simple, it's magical. Grandpa and the moon are all this child needs to see wonder all around them.

I love how abuelo taps into his grandson's curiosity to bring joy into his life. Nature doesn't require anything fancy to help us build relationships with the people and world around us. How to Reach the Moon reminds all of us of this amazing gift.

I also love that this lovely book is available in Spanish: Como Llegar a la Luna. Great for elementary school teachers in Spanish Immersion and Dual Language programs.

Thanks to NetGalley for sharing this DRC with me for an honest review.

This book comes out next year in April! thank you Amazon Kids Publishing for giving me a copy.

How To Reach the Moon is a striking story that takes you on a journey through the forest in search of the moon. it's a story about a boy and his Abuelo.

this is my favorite part:
boy: "Abuelo, is it true that the moon has a face we never see?"
abuelo: "the moon has many faces! sometimes i look at the moon and see the face of your abuela. sometimes i see my own face as a child, when i was your age. and other times i see the face of the earth, as if the moon were a mirror that the earth looks into as it gets ready for bed."

Nicolás Schuff's story paints the perfect summer vacation impression and this is an ideal book for bedtime that highlights the companionship between a grandparent and child.

it was so poetic and beautiful. i cannot wait to get my kids a copy

A very magical story about a boy and his Abuelo who go to meet the moon. The writing and the illustrations were beautiful and it was just very cute overall

Emilio visits his abuelo during the summer where they spend quality time together in the forest. Abuelo is always telling Emilio new stories and sharing the wonders of the world with him. One night they go on an adventure to visit the moon and have a magical time together.

This book had such a cute story. It was easy to follow and fun to read. The prose was engaging and kept the story moving. The illustrations were also incredibly gorgeous and really suited the story being told.

Emilio loves spending vacations in the forest with his adventurous abuelo, dining under lantern light and listening to his fantastical stories. One night, under a full moon, Abuelo suggests they go meet the moon, sparking a magical journey through the woods. As they set off, Emilio wonders what creatures await—and if they’ll really reach the moon.

This was so precious! I absolutely loved the illustrations, it was so sweet how they went to swim to see the reflection of the moon. I will definitely recommend this to all the mothers I know!