Back of the book blurb: Blast off for educational fun! Beginning readers and budding astronomers are launched via Seussian sorcery on a wild trip to visit the nine planets in our solar system along with the Cat in the Hat, Thing One, Thing Two, and Dick and Sally.
She is Too Fond of Books’ Thoughts: There’s No Place Like Spaceby Tish Rabe is a fun easy reader. The Cat in the Hat is back at Sally’s house to take her and her brother on a wild ride thru the solar system and teach them (and us) basic concepts about the planets in our solar system.
A few samples:
On Venus the weather
is always the same -
hot, dry, and windy,
with no chance of rain
Next, here is Mars.
It’s the color of rust.
We sneeze here because
it is covered with dust.
The book is a great way to introduce basic concepts such as the names and characteristics of the planets and constellations. A 6-word glossary is included, as well as a short list of books for further reading. A nice model of a heftier reference book, There’s No Place Like Space is a great vocabulary builder and is full of fun facts. We still enjoy it, even with Pluto’s downgrade!
Back of the book blurb: Each of the planets in the Solar System is illustrated and described in detail, while the often complex process of locating planets in the night sky is made as simple as possible with unique charts and diagrams. For those new to astronomy, a highly visual introduction explains many of the basic concepts and offers expert advice on the best methods and equipment for observation. A concise glossary explains any scientific and technical terms used.
She is Too Fond of Books’ thoughts: DK Stars and Planets is a more advanced guide for older children (and their parents!). I bought this book for J when we got a telescope several years ago; it has been a great reference and fun to flip through.
Stars and Planets is chock-full of illustrations, diagrams, and inset explanation boxes. It details the highlights for each planet and constellation, and includes monthly sky charts and a full glossary.
This book is a thorough guide for the beginner and a good reference; highly recommended.
Love the Cat in the Hat! Both of these sound like interesting reads for kids.
I love the cat in the hat!
Ladytink & Serena – we have another book from this series, called Friends of a Feather. Non-fiction about birds, starring The Cat in the Hat.