Amazing Space: The Most Incredible Features of the Known Universe
By (Author) Sophie Allan
By (author) Josh Barker
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
DK Children
6th August 2024
1st August 2024
United Kingdom
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Science and technology
520
Hardback
176
Width 235mm, Height 286mm, Spine 15mm
1185g
An outer space adventure to discover fascinating stories of objects, matter, and mysteries that make up the universe A thrilling guide to the most incredible objects, weirdest discoveries, and most surprising science in our Universe. Have you ever wondered why some planets have rings Or whether galaxies can collide Or how humans are able to explore the vastness of space This fascinating book will take you above the clouds and beyond the Earth's atmosphere to show you the vast expanse of space that stretches above us. Step on to the surface of other planets in our Solar System, discover the distant but exciting exoplanets, and learn the dramatic lifecycle of a star. Amazing Space is the perfect book for inquisitive kids aged 7 and above, and especially those with a passion for space, physics, or science. With astounding information, and stunning photographs and illustrations, this is the ultimate guide to the most incredible places in our Universe.
Sophie Allan is head of Teaching and Learning at the National Space Academy, UK. She is passionate about space and has a wealth of experience delivering space education projects and programmes, including for the European Space Agency. She has delivered lectures on space science around the world, including in Beijing and Shanghai as part of the China-UK strategic space partnership. Sophie has collaborated on multiple children's books with DK. Josh Barker is Education and Outreach Officer for Space Park Leicester and the National Space Centre. Josh has worked on a number of children's books with DK.