Walking with the Moon: A Mindfulness Walk

Especially in this challenging time through which we are all living, this beautifully illustrated walk through the awakening morning is a sweet primer in finding and appreciating the joy, wonder and goodness in the simple things that surround us. I want all of my nieces and nephews (the young and the old) to have this book!

What a wonderful gift to humans of all ages- a chance to awake, breathe and let go of the stress of life these days and replace it with wonder and simple joys. Somerville invites us along for a walk with the invitation also to breathe out our fear and breathe in the beauty and joy that are all around us, step by step. Share this book with all you love and let's all walk on into days of more compassion and less fear.

Knowing the neighborhood ,I found myself immersed in the illustrations and text. I have depended on my walks to keep grounded in this challenging time. I want all six of my grandchildren to read “Walking with the Moon”. Thanks Christy and Jim! Raylene

What a creative way to teach children to pay attention to all their senses as they engage life! It’s a lesson for all of us no matter our age! Thank you Christy and Jim!

Everything about this book is perfect! The poetic style guides a child to use his or her senses to experience the early morning scene in an urban neighborhood. (And this could be any urban neighborhood!) Each illustration supports the poetry perfectly. I love that the author-artist team used photographs from the author's walk for each piece of art. I'll be reading this to my grandchildren and know that the book will encourage their own mindfulness.

The author's compassion and gentleness are evident in this beautifully written work. Simply reading the easy cadence of the rhyme sets the stage for a time of peaceful mindfulness for a child. This is an excellent read-aloud for bedtime decompression or when your child needs a little tranquility in this world of worry and apprehension. We all can use a little more mindfulness. Highly recommended!

What a gift for our young ones—to be invited through a moon drenched appreciation of the Fan District of Richmond, VA into the intention of mindfulness. I wish I had had this book when I was young (or when my children were!). Christy’s gentle kindness is the attentive assurance children need (and a welcomed gift for adults too!), Jim’s graphic design, the perfect complement.

I bought this on a friend's recommendation and was absorbed by its charm. What a vivid reminder for all ages that our engines run too fast and we need to slow down and enjoy the glow of gingko leaves or a the beauty of a lit up church. I found the artwork fascinating; I'll be adding this to my list of favorite kids' books to buy as gifts.

This book highlights the beauty of a walk with the moon, paying attention to the subtle things in life that we often ignore. This is a joy to read and see! Highly recommend Walking with the Moon!

Christy wrote this for her grandson, with pictures from around their home. But it is for all of us with an invitation to see the world and ourselves differently!

Especially in this challenging time through which we are all living, this beautifully illustrated walk through the awakening morning is a sweet primer in finding and appreciating the joy, wonder and goodness in the simple things that surround us. I want all of my nieces and nephews (the young and the old) to have this book!

What a wonderful gift to humans of all ages- a chance to awake, breathe and let go of the stress of life these days and replace it with wonder and simple joys. Somerville invites us along for a walk with the invitation also to breathe out our fear and breathe in the beauty and joy that are all around us, step by step. Share this book with all you love and let's all walk on into days of more compassion and less fear.

Knowing the neighborhood ,I found myself immersed in the illustrations and text. I have depended on my walks to keep grounded in this challenging time. I want all six of my grandchildren to read “Walking with the Moon”. Thanks Christy and Jim! Raylene

What a creative way to teach children to pay attention to all their senses as they engage life! It’s a lesson for all of us no matter our age! Thank you Christy and Jim!

Everything about this book is perfect! The poetic style guides a child to use his or her senses to experience the early morning scene in an urban neighborhood. (And this could be any urban neighborhood!) Each illustration supports the poetry perfectly. I love that the author-artist team used photographs from the author's walk for each piece of art. I'll be reading this to my grandchildren and know that the book will encourage their own mindfulness.

The author's compassion and gentleness are evident in this beautifully written work. Simply reading the easy cadence of the rhyme sets the stage for a time of peaceful mindfulness for a child. This is an excellent read-aloud for bedtime decompression or when your child needs a little tranquility in this world of worry and apprehension. We all can use a little more mindfulness. Highly recommended!

What a gift for our young ones—to be invited through a moon drenched appreciation of the Fan District of Richmond, VA into the intention of mindfulness. I wish I had had this book when I was young (or when my children were!). Christy’s gentle kindness is the attentive assurance children need (and a welcomed gift for adults too!), Jim’s graphic design, the perfect complement.

I bought this on a friend's recommendation and was absorbed by its charm. What a vivid reminder for all ages that our engines run too fast and we need to slow down and enjoy the glow of gingko leaves or a the beauty of a lit up church. I found the artwork fascinating; I'll be adding this to my list of favorite kids' books to buy as gifts.

This book highlights the beauty of a walk with the moon, paying attention to the subtle things in life that we often ignore. This is a joy to read and see! Highly recommend Walking with the Moon!

Christy wrote this for her grandson, with pictures from around their home. But it is for all of us with an invitation to see the world and ourselves differently!

While the book is for early readers, Ms Somerville's story of mindfulness can be a primer for those seeking to deepen everyday life. My wife and I read it to our 5 year old grandson a.nd it kept his attention.. A good book to take with you on walks with grandchildren.

Only a gifted teacher could demonstrate how to put mindfulness into practice in a way that all of us can model. While this book is geared to children, it’s exactly what I’ll be thinking of on my next walk! The illustrations perfectly complement the text.

I do group therapy with children in a hospital setting and I am so looking forward to using this book! Mindfulness is such a useful skill for everyone (kids especially). The lovely illustrations are very calming and compliment the text extremely well.

This is a cute book and a nice reminder that mindfulness isn't *just* meditation. It's sights, sounds, touch, smells, and tastes, too! I'm ready to go on my own walk with the moon.

Walking with the Moon: A Mindfulness Walk offers a great way to teach children the simplicity and importance of being mindful. While written for children, it reminds us adults to slow down, stay present, and be grateful.

Thank you for sharing this beautiful inspirational story❣️

I can't wait to read this book with my grandchildren. It is a beautiful reminder for all of us to pay attention and be thankful. Wonderful!

What an amazing book! As an elementary teacher, I will definitely read this with my kids to help them learn and practice mindfulness.

Beautiful reminder to all of us of what is really important! Propels me to take a walk with the next full moon in a mindful way!

Delightful and inspiring! I'm ready for my next walk and the joy that awaits. The artwork was cheerful and beautiful.

What an absolutely charming book, both in the poem and the illustrations. The book is perfect for any child to bring calm, gratitude, mindfulness and delight. Well done, Christy Somerville and Jim Somerville!

Mindfulness is something I am struggling to learn as an adult, so even though this was written for children, I found it quite useful for my own practice. Since I often go for walks with my 2 great nephews, this is something I can see myself giving them to help make our walks even more meaningful and to encourage their mindfulness when we are apart. This is a charming and beautiful book that everyone can enjoy.

The story has a great rhyme. It will assist children to be present to the senses and sounds around them, even to seek them out. The page on breath, with a focus on the feelings that lighten us, gives us a resource for when we are feeling heavy. Children, as well as adults, can find something in reading this. The illustrations are bright and colorful as they match the storyline. My wife and I rated it a 5 and are buying this for our granddaughter Eleanor.

This book shows students mindfulness strategies in practice rather than explaining it. A fun walk through town while noticing the world around you.

This is a beautiful account of that magical time when night gently vanishes into morning. The author embraces the magic with her friend, the moon, and together they experience the wonder and joy that surrounds us all. This exuberant embrace of life fills the reader with gratitude and joy for the gift of another day.

What a wonderful walk through the neighborhood. 😊. Love that it is story about the moon in the morning and a reminder to be kind.

I found this book to be delightful and freeing while using a creative method to help children learn mindfulness. As a former teacher and current counselor I think it could be most helpful right now for the numerous children struggling with our current times.

This is an absolutely charming book featuring a mindfulness walk (with the moon no less!) through the Museum District of Richmond, VA. Young children will love the story and illustrations and both parent and child will benefit from a helpful lesson on how to regain composure in stressful times.

This lovely children's book invites people of all ages to learn a mindfulness practice that is innate to the young: paying attention and noticing with intention. The poem and pictures are imbued with a quiet joy and the book makes a lovely read aloud.

My friends, Christy and Jim Somerville, I have just released a new book. Beautiful watercolor pictures, and a wonderful story for children. I will invite you to walk your own neighborhood with more mindfulness. The wonderful, easy read for children of all ages!

Walking with the Moon is a lovely book you will enjoy and enjoy as we all seek to more mindful, peaceful, and grateful.

A book for All ages. The story brought me back to the importance of being aware of your sorroundings Ana the present moment.

Absolutely lovely little book that makes you want to bring the whole family out for a walk to experience the wonder of the everyday!

I loved reading this to my kids. A great story to remind us all to slow down, notice our surroundings, and be kind.

Reading this book made me anxious to turn the page to see what beautiful pictures and words of wisdom were around the corner!

This book is a joy to read plus the outstanding illustrations bring the words to life.