The Girl Who Painted the Moon

audiobook (Unabridged) A Soothing and Magical Bedtime Story About Imagination, Kindness, and the Power of Dreams

By Reed Walker

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What if the moon needed a little help to shine more beautifully?

One quiet night, a curious little girl named Lila hears a mysterious voice calling her from the sky. The moon is lonely—and it needs her help. With her glowing paintbrush and a heart full of wonder, Lila journeys to the moon with her cat Poppy and begins to paint its surface with the colors of imagination, kindness, and dreams.

As she creates shimmering shapes and dreamy symbols that tell silent stories to the world below, Lila helps the moon feel truly seen. Along the way, she inspires others—like a shy star-creature named Tiko—to find their glow too.

The Girl Who Painted the Moon is a tender and whimsical bedtime story for children aged 4–8. With lyrical storytelling, gentle pacing, and magical imagery, it invites young listeners to slow down, dream big, and believe in the beauty of what they carry in their hearts.


Why Listeners Will Love It

  • A gentle bedtime narrative with poetic, calming language
  • Magical and comforting scenes featuring the moon, a starlight cat, and a glowing dream-paintbrush
  • A meaningful message about creativity, self-expression, and helping others
  • Perfect for winding down and sparking the imagination before sleep
  • Includes soft, atmospheric narration to create a peaceful listening experience
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    Bonus Content

    Includes a 4-page printable PDF featuring:

  • A dreamy illustrated cover page inspired by the story

  • One full-color scene from the book: Lila dreaming peacefully on the glowing moon with her cat

  • Two creative "Use Your Imagination" drawing pages with Lila's outline, inviting children to complete the scene themselves with their own dreamlike elements

    Perfect for sparking creativity, visual storytelling, and bedtime reflection.

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