Barefoot Books Solar System

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Spark curiosity about the great beyond in this interactive, fact-packed guide to the universe! Learn about stars, telescopes, space exploration, galaxies and more through carefully crafted text and explosive illustrations meant to make complex STEM concepts understandable and engaging for children. . Includes a glow-in-the-dark poster . Lift the flaps for additional facts to further learning . Includes a glossary of scientific vocabulary at the back of the book Books in the series: 9781782858232 Barefoot Books Solar System 9798888596647 Barefoot Books Solar System Sticker Book AGES: 8 to 12 AUTHOR: Engineer Anne Jankeliowitch has worked in nature conservation for the World Wildlife Fund and Greenpeace. Her previous books include 50 Ways to Save the Earth (Harry N. Abrams, 2008), Kids Who Are Changing the World (Sourcebooks Jabberwocky, 2014), and Pop-Up Luna (De la Martinire jeunesse, 2018), also illustrated by Annabelle Buxton. She lives in France. Annabelle Buxton was born in Basingstoke, England, and studied at the Estienne school and the High School of Decorative Arts in Strasbourg. Her artwork appears in exhibitions and comic strips, as well as in the book Pop-Up Luna (De la Martiniere jeunesse, 2018), also written by Anne Jankeliowitch. SELLING POINTS: . Detailed text, engrossing illustrations and a robust glossary of scientific vocabulary will inform children about the most current scientific advances in space travel and technology and enrich their STEM knowledge. . Entirely reviewed, edited and updated by astronomer Dr. Carie Cardamone, a professor of STEM education at Tufts University; her experience creating and teaching science activities for kids at the Boston Museum of Science enables her to provide accurate information that is engaging and developmentally appropriate for children. . With the inclusion of planet names from contemporary Asian and ancient Latin American cultures, as well as information about space exploration launches around the world, Barefoot Books Solar System offers a distinctly global view of astronomy and space exploration. . Delight aspiring astronauts, astronomers and engineers with an in-depth exploration of our solar system and beyond that will ignite curiosity in kids and adults of all ages. . Lift-the-flap booklets, a pull-out map of the solar system, gorgeous illustrations and sturdy hardcover binding make Solar System suitable for heavy classroom or library use or as a long-lasting gift. . Eye-popping glow-in-the-dark ink heightens the kid appeal and makes this book an ideal companion for stargazing adventures beneath the night sky!

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"...is sure to bring wonder and learning for budding astronomers, scientists and astronauts" Youth Services Book Review

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Engineer Anne Jankliowitch has worked in nature conservation for the World Wildlife Fund and Greenpeace. Her previous books include 50 Ways to Save the Earth (Harry N. Abrams, 2008), Kids Who Are Changing the World (Sourcebooks Jabberwocky, 2014), and Pop-Up Luna (De la Martiniere jeunesse, 2018), also illustrated by Annabelle Buxton. She lives in France. Annabelle Buxton was born in Basingstoke, England, and studied at the Estienne school and the High School of Decorative Arts in Strasbourg. In 2011, she received the Young Talent Award from the Academy of Sciences of Arts and Arts of Alsace. Her artwork appears in exhibitions and comic strips, as well as in the book Pop-Up Luna (De la Martiniere jeunesse, 2018), also written by Anne Jankliowitch.