The Magic and Mystery of Space: Tour Across Our Astounding Universe by DK

The Magic and Mystery of Space: Tour Across Our Astounding Universe

Enter the world of amazing planets, swirling nebulae, and distant galaxies for an unforgettable journey through space....
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SKU: 9780593959381
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Author: DK
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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The Magic and Mystery of Space: Tour Across Our Astounding Universe by DK

The Magic and Mystery of Space: Tour Across Our Astounding Universe

$43.97

The Magic and Mystery of Space: Tour Across Our Astounding Universe

$43.97
Author: DK
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Enter the world of amazing planets, swirling nebulae, and distant galaxies for an unforgettable journey through space.

The Magic and Mystery of Space combines vivid illustrations with dazzling and up-to-date photography to help young scientists aged 7-9 learn all there is to know about space.

Children will love to learn about the planets in our Solar System and distant black holes as they discover incredible facts and journey through space. This space guide features fascinating topics, like how stars die, what scientists do in space, and what life could look like on other planets.

This space book for kids offers:
  • A new and updated edition in the popular Magic and Mystery of series with all the latest facts and images.
  • Striking illustrations by Claire McElfatrick, who has illustrated all the books in this series, combined with fascinating photography and expert CGIs.
  • Material written by an expert space and science communicator, who is passionate about educating children about the cosmos.
  • Core topics for 7-9 year olds, including planets, the Solar System, space missions, and plenty of space facts.

The Magic and Mystery of Space brings the cosmos closer to home. Children will see incredible views from space telescopes, discover what it's like walking on the Moon, and learn how to star-gaze. They'll even get to meet some of the animals who have been to space! Filled with facts and fun, this book presents a beautiful and new take on space and is perfect for any young space lovers or future astronauts.

Author: DK
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: 04/15/2025
Pages: 80
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
ISBN: 9780593959381
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author
(Illustrator) Claire McElfatrick is a freelance artist. Her beautiful hand-drawn and collaged illustrations are inspired by her home in rural England. Claire has illustrated all the other books in this series: The Magic and Mystery of Trees, The Book of Brilliant Bugs, Earth's Incredible Oceans, The Extraordinary world of Birds, The Frozen Worlds, and Prehistoric Worlds. We don't have an author on board yet, but are hoping to have Shoshana Weider, a Program Officer at NASA.

(TBC) Claire McElfatrick is a freelance artist. Her beautiful hand-drawn and collaged illustrations are inspired by her home in rural Enland. Claire has illustrated all the other books in this series: The Magic and Mystery of Trees, The Book of Brilliant Bugs, Earth's Incredible Oceans, The Extraordinary world of Birds, The Frozen Worlds, and Prehistoric Worlds. We don't have an author on board yet, but are hoping to have Shoshana Weider, a Program Officer at NASA.

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