A Rhyming Bedtime Adventure About Not Giving Up Rocky the raccoon has lost something important. His favorite blue balloon has drifted far out of sight — past the trees, past the clouds, maybe even past the stars. Most would give up. Rocky doesn’t. In this beautifully illustrated rhyming bedtime story, one determined raccoon sets off on a whimsical moonlit adventure to find what he’s lost. Along the way he discovers something powerful: Sometimes the things we lose teach us how far we’re willing to go. Why Families Love This Story • A playful, read-aloud rhyme that flows naturally at bedtime • A lovable raccoon character children instantly connect with • A gentle message about perseverance and resilience • Encourages imagination while reinforcing emotional strength • Soft watercolor-style illustrations perfect for winding down This is more than a story about the moon. It’s about determination. It’s about heart. It’s about not giving up when things feel far away. Perfect For • Ages 3–6 • Bedtime routines • Preschool and kindergarten classrooms • Parents teaching resilience and emotional growth • Gifts for young animal lovers If you’re looking for a calming, meaningful bedtime book that inspires curiosity and confidence without being heavy or preachy, To The Moon, Mr. Raccoon is a story little readers will ask for again and again. More Rhyming Adventures by Adrian Wise • A Goat on a Boat – A curious necktie-wearing goat sets sail on a playful, laugh-out-loud rhyming adventure full of wonder and imagination. • Small But Mighty: Lifty’s Big Day – A tiny forklift with big determination proves that size doesn’t measure strength, and even the smallest can make a big difference. • Rainy Day Rescue: A Mouse’s Tale – A brave little mouse sets out into a storm to rescue her family, discovering that courage sometimes means asking for help. • Buzz, Moo, Hop! The Farm That Rhymed – A lively farmyard celebration where every animal has a rhythm and a voice of its own. Collect the full Adrian Wise story collection and build a bedtime library filled with imagination, courage, and heart. Fans Of These Books Will Also Love This If your child enjoys books like: • Goodnight Moon • Room on the Broom • The Gruffalo • Guess How Much I Love You • The Wonderful Things You Will Be • The Night You Were Born • How to Catch a Star • The Snail and the Whale … then To The Moon, Mr. Raccoon will feel right at home on your shelf.