The story of space is told with all the drama and excitement it merits but clearly and simply for the youngest readers. Over forty colourful pages readers travel through billions of years of history from moments before the Big Bang to the formation of the Sun and our planets, the development of life on Earth and to mankind’s gradual exploration of space. Painted illustrations depict space and the planets nearest Earth in bright, bold colours, and two little astronauts are on hand to add helpful comments about the scenes that surround them. This is mind-expanding stuff and this intriguing introduction to our universe should inspire a long-term fascination in young children. ~ Andrea Reece
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Before the Big Bang there was NOTHING AT ALL. No galaxies, no space, no light and no sound. Then suddenly, 13.8 billion years ago, IT ALL BEGAN...
This beautiful follow-up to The Story of Life is an exciting and informative guide to the history of our Universe. Travel back in time to the Big Bang, see galaxies and stars form, watch the birth of our planet and how life begins, join the first man on the moon, and wonder what mysteries are still waiting to be discovered.
Amy Husband’s glorious, graphic illustrations shimmer and sparkle throughout this striking book; and children will love to pour over each spread awash in swirls of colour and light. The text from Catherine Barr and Steve Williams is perfectly positioned for little readers, offering a well-thought out mix of exciting narrative and technical terms. Littered with interesting facts and thought-provoking questions, this is the style of book that encourages children and adults alike to absorb and re-tell the parts that fascinate them. The Story of Space has the dynamic feel of a real journey through the stars, and is sure to ignite a healthy interest in science, space and astronomy within little astronauts!
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Story of Space and determined it is suitable for children aged 5-8 years old
The Story of Space features in the following genres: General Knowledge & Trivia, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 5+ readers, Recommendations, Space, The Natural World, Featured Books for 7+ readers
The Story of Space is available in Hardback
The Story of Space was written by Catherine Barr, Steve Williams and published by Frances Lincoln Childrens Books an imprint of Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd
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Steve Williams is a biologist with a degree in Marine Biology and Applied Zoology from the University of Wales. His lifelong love of wildlife was further inspired by eight years at sea, after which he trained as a teacher, and now teaches science in a rural comprehensive school in Wales. He is a beekeeper and lives near Hay-on-Wye with his wife and two daughters. 
