The Magic and Mystery of Space

Tour Across Our Astounding Universe

Shoshana Weider, Claire McElfatrick

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English

Dorling Kindersley
08 April 2025

Children's & Educational; Space (Children's&YA); Reference works (Children's&YA)

Series: The Magic and Mystery of the Natural World

A gorgeously illustrated book on the wonders of space, for young star-gazers and future astronauts.

Enter the world of amazing planets, swirling nebulae, and distant galaxies for an unforgettable journey through space.

Stars burn, asteroids orbit, and rockets launch across the pages of this colourful book. Stunning illustrations are combined with the dazzling and up-to-date photography to help young enthusiasts learn all there is to know about space. From the planets in our Solar System to distant black holes, they'll discover incredible facts as they take an unforgettable journey through space. Readers will also learn about how stars die, what scientists do in space, and what life could look like on other planets.

The Magic and Mystery of Space also 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.

By: Shoshana Weider
Illustrated by: Claire McElfatrick
Imprint: Dorling Kindersley
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 286mm, Width: 232mm,
ISBN: 9780241704875
ISBN 10: 0241704871
Series: The Magic and Mystery of the Natural World
Pages: 80
Publication Date: 08 April 2025
Recommended Age: From 7 to 9 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

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. Shoshana Z. Weider is the Planetary Science Division (PSD) Executive Officer and a Program Officer in PSD at NASA Headquarters. Before going to NASA in 2018, Shoshana spent several years as a science writer and editor. Passionate about science outreach, Shoshana often conducts school talks and is the author of multiple space-themed children's books published by DK.