I'll Be the Moon

"Eloquent, elegant, memorable, I'll Be the Moon: A Migrant Child's Story is a very special and unreservedly recommended pick for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections for children ages 4-8."

"Bold hope is the theme of this picture book."

"Poetic and moving, I’ll Be The Moon is the rare bedtime story that begins only as the book ends."

"Cortez writes a spirited, deeply-written poem in the voice of a migrant child.

"This book connects family, sacrifice, and memories in a sweet story about a young girl longing to be reunited with her father. The moon is her constant companion, and a reminder that her father's love knows no borders. The story is a relatable tale of a child , like many around the world,  who wish for nothing more than to be a family under the moon again."

"Phillip D. Cortez has given voice to a story most of us cannot even fathom. His gracious words convey the depth and strength of the human spirit."

"Cortez's simple but rich telling of a child's view of crossing the desert brilliantly engages all of the senses as you follow the desert path with the moon as a familiar guide."

"This is a great children’s book to teach imagery and figurative language with!"

"A lovely story about dreams, what it’s like to leave everything behind and letting the moon guide you home."

"I can't wait to share this heartwarming and beautifully written story with my students!"