Burying the Moon

“Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth.” - Buddha

Who knew a book about the need for toilets could be so beautiful? Seriously, these pictures are gorgeous. The verses are art.

Latika is a smart, willful person who is determined to help her community. She understands that the Shame has greater hurt than the feeling of Shame. “Burying the Moon” is really more about how Latika finds a way to blow kisses at the moon.

This is a short read, but it's a great, simply told story that advocates for communities that need toilets. It also clearly establishes the relationship between the need for toilets and various negative consequences the lack of has on communities. I especially recommend this book for elementary - aged classroom reads. It could be good for older kids as well when coupled with video or non fiction books about sanitation.