U Is for Universe

Name: U Is for Universe
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781423664796
Price: 18.99 NZD
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By Greg Paprocki

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U Is for Universe introduces toddlers to the wonders of space through an A to Z format. Each page presents a vibrant, scientifically accurate depiction of cosmic phenomena, such as diamond planets, vast lunar craters, solar flares, comets, black holes, and volcanoes, making complex space concepts accessible and engaging for young learners.
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U Is for Universe

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Learn with your toddler from A to Z all about the Universe and what can be found within it.

A fascinating collection of illustrations for young readers featuring scientifically accurate and super colourful scenes of what there is to see and learn about in space: planets (made of diamonds), moons (with a crater a thousand miles long), solar flares, comets, black holes (where nothing can escape), and even volcanoes!

Illustrator Greg Paprocki’s popular BabyLit alphabet board books feature his classically retro mid-century art style that’s proven to be a hit with both toddlers and adults.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781423664796

Publisher: Gibbs M. Smith Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 July 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Gibbs M. Smith Inc

Illustration: 4/c illustrations t/o

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 162.0mm

Height: 162.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Greg Paprocki works full-time as an illustrator and book designer. He has illustrated several Curious George books, the Little Leonardo series, and the BabyLit alphabet board books including S Is for Santa, B Is for Boo, E Is for Easter, and C Is for Camping. Released early last year in the new Count and Find series were Day of the Dead, Christmas, and Trees. Greg’s Gibbs Smith titles have sold over 658,100 copies. He lives in Omaha, Nebraska.

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