The Universe

Discover What Lies Beyond Our Skies

Abigail Beall, Dawn Cooper

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Dorling Kindersley
12 November 2024

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

Series: Space Explorers

A comprehensive guide to space for children aged 7-9, packed with eye-catching illustrations and awe-inspiring photography

Take a journey through the solar system and on towards distant clusters of stars with this visually stunning guide to the universe.

Beginning with the Big Bang and looking forwards to the future of space travel, this book is a fascinating introduction to space for budding stargazers and future astrophysicists. The Universe covers the planets of the Solar System, comets, nebulae, the constellations, types of galaxies, space missions, and much more, showcasing amazing astrophotography that brings each topic to life.

Beautiful illustrations by artist Dawn Cooper are combined with up-to-date images from NASA and other space agencies to inspire young readers, and info panels, timelines, and diagrams will help demystify the science behind the wonders of space.

By: Abigail Beall
Illustrated by: Dawn Cooper
Imprint: Dorling Kindersley
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 286mm, Width: 232mm,
ISBN: 9780241686683
ISBN 10: 0241686687
Series: Space Explorers
Pages: 80
Publication Date: 12 November 2024
Recommended Age: From 7 to 9 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Abby Beall is a features editor at New Scientist magazine and a freelance science journalist, published by print and online publications including New Scientist, Astronomy Now, Daily Mail Online, EU Horizon and BBC Focus. Abby holds a physics (MPhys) degree from Durham University and a Science Journalism MA from City University, London. Her first book, The Art of Urban Astronomy was published by Trapeze Books in 2019. Dawn Cooper is an illustrator whose work includes non-fiction books for children, book covers, maps, and packaging, all heavily inspired by the natural world. Dawn graduated from Bath School of Art & Design with a first class degree in Graphic Communication.