Gibbous' spirits are mighty low until he discovers his inner glow and reveres his role in lighting the way for Santa. He shines over the tops of many a chimney and proudly wears the shadow that is his identity.

Die-cut pages show the phases of the moon as it shines on animals all over the world, from sea turtles laying eggs on the beach to frogs in the jungle and mice in the fields.

"While celebrating Chinese New Year, Baby discovers the science behind the lunar calendar and the phases of the moon"--

"You've heard of the man in the moon, you might have heard that the moon is made of cheese, and you may or may not have heard of the moon rabbit. In Korean folklore, as well as in folklore from other east Asian countries, they tell tales of a rabbit whose great generosity and sacrifice was honored by having his likeness added to the moon. This is a quiet, weird and wonderful book about a sweltering hot summer night--it's too hot to sleep, too hot...