Mr Squirrel and the Moon by Sebastian Meschenmoser

Recommended For Ages 5+

Video Summary

When Mr. Squirrel finds the moon in his tree one morning, he becomes very concerned that someone will think he stole it. He pushes the moon out of his tree, and it lands on a hedgehog. The moon is then speared by a billy goat whose horns get stuck in a tree trunk. Mr. Squirrel is terrified that his friends will get in trouble for stealing and damaging the moon. Finally, a group of critters eat most of the moon and free the friends. They launch the moon back into the sky.

Video Instructions

Video #1: For a more in depth understanding of the books, we have provided a video retelling an in-class story. Each pass through the text or illustrations allows students to dive deeper into the story’s meaning, preparing them for more complex narratives down the road.

Video #2 & Worksheet: Parents may print the worksheet corresponding to the story. In the second video, Ms Liann will guide students through completing the worksheet. Younger students will learn the appropriate sizes, shapes, and sounds of letters. Older students will learn the spelling of new words, helpful phonics rules, and how to write in complete sentences.