Once upon a star there were no stars to shine no Sun to rise no Sun to set no day no night nor any time Discover the origins of the universe and how our solar system was formed. The narrative verse takes the reader on an immersive journey through space and time, illuminated by striking, dynamic illustrations. The worlds of poetry and non-fiction collide to create a beautiful, unique picture book about our Sun.

This humorous twist on the popular Q & A format takes a sideways look at all that is explosive and astonishing about space machines. Quirkily illustrated characters and playful text reveal the amazing answers. Find out how rockets blast off, why the ISS has a robotic arm, and which space probes have travelled out of the solar system.

Cutting-edge rocket science makes the final space frontier more exciting than ever, with new missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond. What do partnerships between NASA and private companies mean for future space travel? What can space telescopes and probes tell us about planets and galaxies far, far away? Space science meets far-out fun in these accessible, up-to-date volumes, perfect for fans of Star Wars, Doctor Who and other science fiction stories.

Imagine discovering new planets light years away or galaxies you never knew existed. Learn all about new and amazing space discoveries in these fun and engaging books reviewed by Smithsonian experts.