Book details
Lonely Planet Kids How to be a Space Explorer 1: Your Out-of-this-World Adventure
Description
Everything young explorers needs to know to travel in space, covering what life in zero gravity is like, how to find your way around the solar system, and the all-important question of how to pee in a spacesuit! Unique illustrations take kids to the heart of the action and amazing photos show what the universe is really like. Incredible stories of real-life space exploration for kids aged 8 and up, by author and astrobiologist Professor Mark Brake. More than 300 amazing photographs The perfect present for every aspirant astronaut! About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in. TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2012 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)
Age
7-10
Text complexity
proficient
Length
160 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Educational Content: The book provides a wealth of information about space exploration in an engaging and accessible way, making it a great educational resource for children interested in astronomy and space science.
- Inspiration and Imagination: Through its interactive approach and vivid illustrations, the book inspires young readers to imagine themselves as astronauts and fosters a sense of wonder about the universe and space travel.
- Activities and Interactivity: 'How to be a Space Explorer' includes various activities and interactive elements that keep children engaged and encourage hands-on learning, which can help reinforce the educational material presented.
- Expertise and Authority: Authored by Mark Brake, a well-respected science communicator and professor, the book benefits from his expertise, ensuring that the information is accurate and up-to-date, providing a reliable source of knowledge for young readers.