Explanation of why you should not kick your slipper up to the moon, cute story about shoes and feet. ( )

A little girl learns from her parents why she must never kick a slipper at the moon when it is thin and looks like a dancer's foot. This classic Carl Sandburg fable is re-imagined in picture book form with bright, folksy illustrations. The surreal quality of the pictures compliments the dreamlike tone of the text. While this story of shoes that come to life may seem a little odd to some readers, its elements of fantasy and silliness will likely appeal to many more. It is great to see this tale republished on its own in a format that makes it more accessible to children than the original compilation of Rootabaga Stories. The book also includes a page of information about Carl Sandburg. Recommended for elementary school and public libraries. ( )