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Lift The Flaps: Space (Hardcover): Autumn Publishing, Igloo Books Lift The Flaps: Space (Hardcover)
Autumn Publishing, Igloo Books
R311 R243 Discovery Miles 2 430 Save R68 (22%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Discover Space. Look inside the International Space Station, learn what makes rockets fly and more, by lifting the flaps in this fascinating book

The Magic School Bus Presents: Our Solar System - A Nonfiction Companion to the Original Magic School Bus Series (Paperback):... The Magic School Bus Presents: Our Solar System - A Nonfiction Companion to the Original Magic School Bus Series (Paperback)
Tom Jackson; Illustrated by Carolyn Bracken
R201 R187 Discovery Miles 1 870 Save R14 (7%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS PRESENTS THE PLANETS is a photographic nonfiction companion book to the original bestselling title, THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM.
LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM taught thousands of kids about the planets, moons, stars, and everything else you'd want to know about outer space. MAGIC SCHOOL BUS PRESENTS THE PLANETS will expand upon the original title with fresh, updated, Common Core aligned content about the amazing planets in our solar system. With vivid full-color photographs on each page as well as illustrations of the beloved Ms. Frizzle and her students, the Magic School Bus Presents series will enthrall a whole new generation of Magic School Bus readers.

A Child's Introduction To The Night Sky (Revised and Updated) - The Story of the Stars, Planets, and Constellations--and... A Child's Introduction To The Night Sky (Revised and Updated) - The Story of the Stars, Planets, and Constellations--and How You Can Find Them in the Sky (Hardcover)
Meredith Hamilton, Michael Driscoll
R518 R492 Discovery Miles 4 920 Save R26 (5%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

A Child's Introduction to the Night Sky is the perfect introduction to the always fascinating world of astronomy. Children ages eight and up will find out what astronomers have learned (and are still discovering), what astronauts and scientists explore, and what they can find by gazing up into the sky at night. Author Michael Driscoll explains how stars are born, the achievements of the great scientists, the history of space exploration, the story of our solar system, the myths behind the constellations, how to navigate the night sky, and more. Whimsical color illustrations throughout and handy definitions and sidebars help engage younger readers and develop their interest. Also included are a nifty star finder tool and fun glow-in-the-dark stickers.

A Kite for Moon (Hardcover): Jane Yolen, Heidi E. Y. Stemple A Kite for Moon (Hardcover)
Jane Yolen, Heidi E. Y. Stemple; Illustrated by Matt Phelan
R357 R328 Discovery Miles 3 280 Save R29 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Dedicated to astronaut Neil Armstrong, A Kite for Moon is the perfect children's book to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first United States moon landing. Written by New York Times bestselling author of How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? Jane Yolen and her daughter, Heidi Stemple, this book is a heartfelt story about a young boy's fascination and unlikely friendship with the moon. What would it be like if the moon was your friend? Find out as you walk alongside a little boy who journeys through life to achieve his dream of becoming an astronaut. And then blast off with your little one as you zoom to the moon together! The story begins when a little boy, who is flying his kite, notices a sad Moon. He sends up kites to her, writing notes promising he will come see her someday. This promise propels him through years of studying, learning, and training to become an astronaut. Until ... he finally goes up, up, up in a big rocket ship with a fiery tail. A Kite for Moon: Features over 20 gorgeous illustrations by award-winning artist Matt Phelan Contains a beautiful presentation page, making this book ideal for gift giving Is the perfect storybook for children ages 4 to 8 Celebrates every child's fascination with space Features a gorgeous cover that sparkles and shines with gloss and foil

24 Hours in Space (Hardcover, Uk 2021): Rob Lloyd Jones 24 Hours in Space (Hardcover, Uk 2021)
Rob Lloyd Jones; Illustrated by Laurent Kling
R251 R234 Discovery Miles 2 340 Save R17 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Join an astronaut for a day as she goes on her first ever spacewalk, and new crew members arrive. Find out how she trained for her mission and what it's like living and working in space. How do you eat and drink at zero gravity? How do space toilets work? What are space suits designed for?

Space Adventures Sticker Activity Book (Paperback): Royal Observatory Greenwich Space Adventures Sticker Activity Book (Paperback)
Royal Observatory Greenwich
R173 Discovery Miles 1 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This charming book is guaranteed to please any young fan of space exploration and science. The activities found in these pages invite readers to solve puzzles, color in pictures--and draw their own--and even qualify for their very first Teddy Space Agency Certificate. Packed with stickers and full of fun, it will be the perfect gift for budding astronauts.

Train Your Brain: Think Like an Astronaut (Paperback, Illustrated edition): Alex Woolf Train Your Brain: Think Like an Astronaut (Paperback, Illustrated edition)
Alex Woolf; Illustrated by David Broadbent
R285 Discovery Miles 2 850 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Help your child to develop their growth mindset as they discover how real astronauts look at the world and how they think. Children's brains are powerful and flexible, but they need exercising and challenging to develop. In this book they will uncover the core skills that can make a good astronaut great, and be encouraged to have a go at some simple activities to help them to train their brain to become better at applying outstanding scientific practice. By uncovering the way that real astronauts and space scientists look at the world and approach problems, they will be learning skills that will set them in good stead for life. Each topic is broken down into manageable chunks, so the reader can build up their skills and naturally develop their thinking. Each book contains biographies of four top space pioneers, and the humorous illustrations throughout help the reader to understand some of the trickier concepts. Ideal for students aged 8+ who are studying Space or S.T.E.A.M. topics at key stage 2. Titles in this series: Think Like An Astronaut Think Like An Artist Think Like a Coder Think Like An Engineer Think Like A Mathematician Think Like A Scientist

Star Trek Discovery: The Girl Who Made the Stars (Hardcover): Robb Pearlman, Brandon Schultz Star Trek Discovery: The Girl Who Made the Stars (Hardcover)
Robb Pearlman, Brandon Schultz
R465 Discovery Miles 4 650 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A long, long time ago, a young girl (based on the character of Michael Burnham) found the courage to brave the darkness and to give her people the stars so they would no longer be afraid of the night. Adapted from the Short Trek "The Girl Who Made the Stars," this picture book adapted by New York Times bestselling author Robb Pearlman encourages young readers to be brave, to face their fears and accept challenges, and to always be true to who they are.

Illustrated Guide to the Solar System (Paperback): Gordon Alexander Smith Illustrated Guide to the Solar System (Paperback)
Gordon Alexander Smith
R323 R304 Discovery Miles 3 040 Save R19 (6%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

This stunning survey explores the solar system and its place in our galaxy and the universe itself. Fascinating and informative sections include: Discovering the Solar System, Beyond the Solar System and Exploring the Solar System. An additional reference section contains fact charts, star maps, a glossary of scientific terms, and a full index, making this an essential home reference guide to our solar system and beyond. As astronomers discover more about the heavenly bodies in our solar system, including our own planet, Earth, they are also finding further mysteries and extraordinary space puzzles. But our solar system is just one of billions in the vastness of our galaxy, the Milky Way. And the universe itself contains countless ever-changing galaxies. The breathtaking photographs and detailed illustrations in this book take you on a whirlwind tour of our solar system and beyond, while the text provides a wealth of essential information.

Moon (Hardcover): Pegasus Moon (Hardcover)
Pegasus
R196 R169 Discovery Miles 1 690 Save R27 (14%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

What are the things that exist in space? What is the Sun, Moon and the Earth made up of? What is a Star? All such questions that kids ask have been answered here.

How Do You Burp in Space? - And Other Tips Every Space Tourist Needs to Know (Hardcover): Susan E Goodman How Do You Burp in Space? - And Other Tips Every Space Tourist Needs to Know (Hardcover)
Susan E Goodman; Illustrated by Michael Slack
R456 R432 Discovery Miles 4 320 Save R24 (5%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Want to blast into orbit? Walk on the moon? Snag a personal photo of a shooting star? Well your time is coming And when it does, you're going to need "How Do You Burp in Space? "This guide is filled with the kind of information you'd need to plan any vacation including what to pack (hint: no bubble bath or juggling balls ); what to expect from your accomodations (a sleeping bag attached to the wall), and what to do for fun (leapfrog on the moon ). Grounded in the history of space travel and the planned future of space tourism, this guide book will leave young adventurers daydreaming about future intergalactic space vacations. Get ready to rock your rocketship

Space: Space Tourism (Hardcover): Tammy Gagne Space: Space Tourism (Hardcover)
Tammy Gagne
R676 R598 Discovery Miles 5 980 Save R78 (12%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

This fascinating book offers young readers an up-close look at space tourism. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Beacon level, aligned to reading levels of grades 2-3 and interest levels of grades 3-5.

Science Comics: Solar System - Our Place in Space (Paperback): Rosemary Mosco Science Comics: Solar System - Our Place in Space (Paperback)
Rosemary Mosco; Illustrated by Jon Chad
R321 Discovery Miles 3 210 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Every volume of Science Comics offers a complete introduction to a particular topic - dinosaurs, coral reefs, the solar system, volcanoes, bats, flying machines, and more. These gorgeously illustrated graphic novels offer wildly entertaining views of their subjects. Whether you're a fourth grader doing a natural science unit at school or a thirty- year-old with a secret passion for airplanes, these books are for you! In this volume, go where no kid has gone before! You'll get up close and personal with Earth's nearest neighbours - Venus with its acid rain storms, Saturn and its rings of ice, and the heart of it all, the Sun. Join Sara, Jill, and their space-faring pets on a quest to learn more about the wonders of our solar system - and beyond!

Maker Models: Space Centre (Hardcover): Anna Claybourne Maker Models: Space Centre (Hardcover)
Anna Claybourne
R377 Discovery Miles 3 770 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Craft meets STEAM in these lively books that will help you design, build and create! Get ready to build your very own space centre! From rockets and rocket launchers to a Mars rover and a night sky projector, step-by-step projects will give you all the instructions you need to make every element a model space centre needs. Learn about principles of design and engineering as well as craft techniques to unleash your creativity! Every project has been designed to work using things you can find lying around at home, like disposable containers and packaging, and basic art and craft equipment. Why not check out the other books in the Maker Models series? Each book focuses on a building and will go through creating various parts of the structure. You could learn to make a castle and its grounds, a fairground, a transport hub, a mini-garden and biosphere or a theatre and film set and all the elements that constitute them. For children aged 9+, this illustrated series will be great for rainy days and science days and a good inspiration for DT classes and clubs.

Professor Wooford McPaw's History of Astronomy (Hardcover): Elliot Kruszynski Professor Wooford McPaw's History of Astronomy (Hardcover)
Elliot Kruszynski
R393 Discovery Miles 3 930 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Take your youngsters on a voyage across the universe and ignite their passion for exploring the night sky in this fascinating and imaginative guide to astronomy for kids ages 6 to 10. This second book in the Wooford McPaw series takes on the subject of the cosmos and everything within it. In his distinctively humorous, somewhat subversive tone, Elliot Kruszynski (in the guise of the Prof) looks at how our understanding of our place within the universe has evolved from the days of Ancient Greece, to the discoveries of Copernicus and Gallileo, through to Newton and then to Einstein and Hawking. In and amongst these stories, we find out about how the universe may have been formed, the birth and death of stars, different types of galaxies, our own solar system and the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy. Kruszynski's comprehensive but easily understood texts are brought to life in comic-style panels with plenty of dialogue and discussion bringing the subject alive, and providing a refreshing new take on a subject matter that never ceases to boggle the mind!

Pop-Up Moon (Hardcover): Anne Jankeliowitch Pop-Up Moon (Hardcover)
Anne Jankeliowitch; Pop-up design by Olivier Charbonnel; Illustrated by Annabelle Buxton
R655 R594 Discovery Miles 5 940 Save R61 (9%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Open this book and discover the dazzling magic of the moon! Find out where it came from, why it seems to change shape, how its power affects the earth, and what causes an eclipse. Shoot into space with the Saturn V rocket and travel back in time to join the first men on the moon...

Infomojis: Space (Hardcover, Illustrated edition): Jon Richards, Ed Simkins Infomojis: Space (Hardcover, Illustrated edition)
Jon Richards, Ed Simkins
R373 Discovery Miles 3 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Who holds the record for driving the fastest on the Moon? And how far away is the Moon from Earth? What are the gas giants - and what about nebulae? Whether it shoots, glows, radiates or collides, Infomojis: Space is all about exploring the universe in a fun and engaging way. Core scientific areas of investigation are covered, such as the nuclear reaction that makes our Sun shine or how the Moon's gravity affects tides on Earth. The book features custom-made 'infomojis' (information emojis) that present the information with real personality! So inject fun into facts, and take your young astronomer to the next evolution in infographics. Infomojis is a series of ten books that are perfect for curious readers aged 8+.

The Extraordinary Life of Katherine Johnson (Paperback): Maggie Cole The Extraordinary Life of Katherine Johnson (Paperback)
Maggie Cole; Devika Jina 1
R251 R227 Discovery Miles 2 270 Save R24 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

In 1969 history was made when the first humans stepped on the moon. Back on earth, one woman was running the numbers that ensured they got there and back in one piece.

As a child, Katherine Johnson loved maths. She went on to be one of the most important people in the history of space travel. Discover her incredible life story in this beautifully illustrated book complete with narrative biography, timelines and facts.

Space: The Planets (Hardcover): Marne Ventura Space: The Planets (Hardcover)
Marne Ventura
R676 R598 Discovery Miles 5 980 Save R78 (12%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

This fascinating book offers young readers an up-close look at the planets. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Beacon level, aligned to reading levels of grades 2-3 and interest levels of grades 3-5.

The Moon (Hardcover): Thomas K Adamson The Moon (Hardcover)
Thomas K Adamson
R383 Discovery Miles 3 830 Ships in 9 - 17 working days

What is the moon? Why do we see it at night? And why does it seem to change shape? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this easy-to-read title and discover the science behind the moon.

Stars and Planets (Hardcover): Thomas K Adamson Stars and Planets (Hardcover)
Thomas K Adamson
R382 Discovery Miles 3 820 Ships in 9 - 17 working days

What are stars? What are planets? Why are some brighter than others? And which planets can we see from Earth? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this easy-to-read title and discover the science behind stars and planets.

Maisy's Moon Mission - Pull, Slide and Play! (Board book): Lucy Cousins Maisy's Moon Mission - Pull, Slide and Play! (Board book)
Lucy Cousins; Illustrated by Lucy Cousins
R236 R216 Discovery Miles 2 160 Save R20 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Maisy's going to the moon, and you can come too! With easy-to-use play, pull and slide tabs on every spread, little ones will love this interactive space adventure.

3, 2, 1... Blast off!

Join Maisy as she embarks on an amazing moon mission! Pull, slide and play to help Maisy pilot her rocket. Launch into space, gaze at the stars and ride a moon buggy! An exciting, interactive space adventure, ideal for imaginative play and introducing little ones to the wonders of outer space.

The 50 State Unofficial Meteorites - A Guidebook for Aspiring Meteoriticists (Hardcover): Yinan Wang The 50 State Unofficial Meteorites - A Guidebook for Aspiring Meteoriticists (Hardcover)
Yinan Wang
R419 R388 Discovery Miles 3 880 Save R31 (7%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Delve into this unique look at meteorites that have been found in almost each of the 50 US states, and discover how these treasured rocks from space fell down to Earth. With each state entry, award-winning author and mineral and fossil expert Yinan Wang presents details about several meteorites that are worthy of becoming official state meteorites. Since no state has an official state meteorite, this kids' guidebook explores each state's "unofficial" meteorite, along with its interesting backstory of why it was selected. ; More than 150 illustrations and photographs showcase these marvels from outer space; Meteorites have not been found in all states so helpful suggestions are given on where they might be found; Suggestions and guidance are provided so that the reader can lead the way in getting one designated; Museums and parks with meteorites are listed in the appendix From the Lafayette Mars meteorite found in a drawer in Purdue University to the 26-pound space rock that smashed into the trunk of a car in Peekskill, New York, immerse young science students in an encyclopedic yet easy read that is great for aspiring meteoriticists.

Stars (Hardcover): Pegasus Stars (Hardcover)
Pegasus
R201 R174 Discovery Miles 1 740 Save R27 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

What are the things that exist in space? What is the Sun, Moon and the Earth made up of? What is a Star? All such questions that kids ask have been answered here.

Earth (Hardcover): Pegasus Earth (Hardcover)
Pegasus
R196 R169 Discovery Miles 1 690 Save R27 (14%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

What are the things that exist in space? What is the Sun, Moon and the Earth made up of? What is a Star? All such questions that children ask have been answered here.

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