Cora And The Moon

Author and illustrator Alex Clark is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his children's picture book, "Cora in the Moon." It tells the story of Cora, a precocious young girl who loves dancing and has a magical nighttime adventure when the moon takes her on a journey to space, where she meets other friends who have also been taken to the moon. When she returns, she's left wondering if it was all just a dream. During the interview, Alex shared his fascination with the moon, which has captivated humans, especially children, for generations. He reminisced about the moon landing and how it inspired a sense of wonder and imagination. He also talked about the unique experience of stargazing in rural areas where the night sky is free from city lights. Alex's creative journey and artistic style were discussed, highlighting his background in graphic design and illustration. He emphasized the importance of encouraging children to explore their creativity and pursue careers in the arts, showcasing various opportunities available in the creative industry beyond traditional art forms. The host, Jed Doherty, also touched on the impact of technology and the digital age on children's creativity. They discussed how modern children are often exposed to a wide range of content through digital devices but may miss out on the communal experience of everyone watching the same thing at the same time, like the moon landing. Alex Clark shared his personal motivation for creating art, including his eye condition, histoplasmosis, which could potentially lead to blindness. This motivation drives him to create as much as he can before any potential vision loss occurs. Click here to visit Alex's website – https://www.alexmclarkart.com/ Click here to visit our website – www.readingwithyourkids.com