The Moonbell Climb

At Moonrise Gym, seven-year-old Mira Quill dreams of ringing the silver Moonbell during the dazzling Lantern Show. She is quick, determined, and certain that the strongest gymnast is the one who jumps highest and finishes first.

Then a storm blocks the team's route and damages the glowing Star Lantern. With opening night approaching, Mira, graceful Nessa, and inventive Tovi must carry the show's equipment through forgotten passages, solve unexpected problems, and rebuild a finale that no gymnast can perform alone.

As mistakes strain friendships and thunder shakes the old gym, Mira begins to notice what she has missed: Nessa's careful rhythm, Tovi's steady power, and the courage it takes to stop, listen, and try a different way. But when Mira receives one final chance to ring the bell exactly as she imagined, will she choose a perfect solo moment-or a stronger shape made together?

The Moonbell Climb is a warm, exciting illustrated chapter book celebrating gymnastics, teamwork, confidence, disability inclusion, and body diversity. Filled with gentle suspense, lively dialogue, humor, mystery, and ten detailed black-and-white illustrations, this uplifting adventure is ideal for independent readers ages 6-8 and families who enjoy meaningful sports stories.

Perfect for young gymnasts, classroom libraries, bedtime reading, and children learning that courage is not always loud, grace is never one-size-fits-all, and every person brings a strength the team needs.

Step into Moonrise Gym, follow the golden ribbons, and discover the brave sound Mira has been listening for all along in this unforgettable celebration of shared strength.