February’s Full Moon: The Quiet Wisdom Within Karly Bonfante’s ‘Under the Snow Moon’

The next full moon in our lunar calendar is the Snow Moon, set to shine brightly on February 1, 2026. Traditionally named for the snowy landscapes of deep winter, this moon carries a quiet, reflective energy. It lights up the longest nights of the year with a soft glow, inviting us to slow down, turn inward, and notice what we are feeling beneath the surface.

In celebration of this special lunar moment, the Full Moon Fairy edition of Under the Snow Moon by Karly Bonfonte is now available, bringing an extra layer of magic and meaning to the season. Like all of the Full Moon Fairy books, it is a story that meets children with gentleness, imagination, and emotional honesty, while offering grown-ups plenty to reflect on as well.

At the heart of Under the Snow Moon is a beautifully simple but powerful message: our bodies are always speaking to us. When we learn to slow down and listen, they can tell us what they need. Through the story, children are introduced to the idea that feelings like fear, tiredness, or overwhelm do not come out of nowhere. They are signals, messages from the body asking for care, rest, or reassurance.

The book gently explores how our nervous systems can sometimes react to everyday stress as though we are in real danger, like being chased by a bear. For children especially, this can be confusing. A small worry can feel huge. A normal moment can suddenly feel unsafe. The story helps children understand that this does not mean anything is wrong with them. It simply means their body is trying, in its own way, to protect them.

The Snow Moon is also known as the Bear Moon, and this is where the bear becomes such a tender and meaningful presence in the story. In Under the Snow Moon, the bear holds two important truths at once. Our bodies are wise and deserve to be listened to, but sometimes they can misunderstand what is happening around us. Both things can be true at the same time. This balance is offered to children with kindness, never fear, and always reassurance.

Woven throughout the story is a quiet promise: everything is going to be okay, even when it does not feel that way. That message alone can be profoundly comforting for children who experience anxiety, big emotions, or moments of self-doubt. Seeing these feelings reflected in a story helps them feel less alone and gives them language for experiences that are often hard to explain.

At its core, Under the Snow Moon reflects a deep belief in human goodness. It reminds us that most people, and especially children, are doing the best they can with what they have. When that belief is shaken, it can leave behind heaviness or hopelessness. The Full Moon Fairy stories gently resist that feeling, making space for hope, growth, restlessness, and reassurance to coexist. They do not rush children toward answers. Instead, they invite curiosity, trust, and self-compassion.

What makes this book truly special is how it grows with its reader. For younger children, it offers simple words, soft imagery, and a sense of safety. As children grow, the same story opens the door to deeper conversations about fear, trust, listening to the body, and learning to follow both intuition and kindness. Children see themselves in the characters, recognize their own feelings, and slowly learn that their inner world matters.

The Full Moon Fairy books are more than bedtime stories. They are gentle companions for childhood, offering comfort in uncertain moments and planting seeds of emotional awareness that can last a lifetime. Under the glow of the Snow Moon, Under the Snow Moon reminds us all, children and adults alike, that listening, slowing down, and believing in goodness can be acts of quiet magic.

Moon(lit) Guide -Questions and guiding answers written by Author Karly Bonfante

For families who want to wander a little deeper under February's moonlight. You can ask these aloud after reading, or anytime you feel called to wander with wonder.

1. When Faye grows cold and tired in the snow,what does her body tell her to do?

Guiding answer: Her body tells her it is time to stop and seek warmth and care. Listening helps her find safety instead of pushing through exhaustion. 

2. How does Mama Bear help Faye feel calm and safe again?

Guiding answer: Mama Bear uses closeness and steady breathing to help Faye's body relax. Being held reminds her that she is not alone.

3. Why do the bears stay inside during winter instead of going out to explore?

Guiding answer: Winter is a season for rest and saving energy. Hibernation helps the bears grow strong for what comes next.

4. What do the bear cubs learn while they are playing and resting together?

Guiding answer: They learn how to be brave and gentle at the same time. Play and rest both help them grow.

5. When your body feels worried or overwhelmed, what are some ways you can help it feel safe?

Guiding answer: You can slow your breathing, rest your body, stay close to someone you trust, or find something comforting. Feeling better often starts with listening. 

We’re delighted to share that Under the Snow Moon is just one shining part of the enchanting Full Moon Fairy collection by the incredibly talented Karly Bonfante, now available for our UK community here at Little Acorns to Mighty Oaks. We’ll be welcoming new titles every month, gradually unfolding the magic until the complete collection of 14 beautiful books is available. It’s a gentle, joy-filled journey we’re so excited to share, perfect for families who love stories filled with heart and imagination.

With Moonlit Love

Mama Oak🍃