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Little Star is enchanted by the fragrant mooncake her mother prepares, yet the family rules forbid her from tasting it. When she secretly takes a bite, the story unfolds into a heartwarming lesson that gently explains the phases of the moon. Written for young readers, it combines the wonder of a child’s imagination with a simple science explanation, all set in the context of a shared kitchen and a cultural tradition.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Grace Lin
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