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Can You Get Music on the Moon?

The amazing science of sound and space
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An exploration of the amazing science of sound and space—packed with incredible facts and stunning illustrations. Did you know... That sound travels faster underwater? Or that crickets hear with their knees? Or that astronauts have played musical instruments in space? Join Dr Sheila Kanani on a... Read More
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Can You Get Music on the Moon?

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An exploration of the amazing science of sound and space—packed with incredible facts and stunning illustrations.

Did you know...

That sound travels faster underwater?
Or that crickets hear with their knees?
Or that astronauts have played musical instruments in space?

Join Dr Sheila Kanani on a fascinating exploration of the world of sound and space science! You'll start with the sound technology we use every day, then explore the natural world including animal noises, thunder and earthquakes, before jetting off into space to discover what sound might be like on other planets. And yes, you'll even find out whether it's possible to get music on the moon!

You'll discover mind-blowing facts about sound and space—for example:

Did you know you can get marsquakes as well as earthquakes?
Or that the president of the United States once made a phone call to the moon?
Or that astronaut Chris Hadfield filmed a viral music video in space?

With stunning full-colour illustrations by Liz Kay that bring the magic of sound and space to life, this out-of-this-world book is perfect for getting kids aged 7+ excited about science.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241522165

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 17 April 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Liz Kay
  • Illustrated by Liz Kay

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 202.0mm

Height: 262.0mm

Weight: 606g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Dr Sheila Kanani (Author) Dr Sheila Kanani MBE is a planetary scientist, EDI consultant, space educator and author, with a background in astrophysics and astronomy research from UK universities. She regularly acts as a science ambassador, visiting schools and speaking at events, and is an advocate for diversity in physics and astronomy. Sheila runs her company Her Place For Space from home, and enjoys walking on her local beach with her family of boys, playing sports, gazing at the stars, reading and eating (preferably reading whilst eating!). Her favourite planet is Saturn. Liz Kay (Illustrator) When not busy doodling, Liz is usually found hiking and biking around the Yorkshire countryside and playing tennis for her local club. Liz has worked on a variety of commissions across illustrated maps, hand lettering and calligraphy, greetings cards, infographics, children's books, newspapers and magazines, animation, murals, personalised illustrations and wedding stationery.

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