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My First Space Discoveries

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Blast Off to Space! Young Readers' First Awesome Adventure Through Our Solar System! Little explorers, get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure! This fun and exciting board book is your ticket to discovering the amazing wonders of outer space. From our Sun to the very edges of... Read More
Format: Board book
$4000

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Blast Off to Space! Young Readers First Awesome Adventure Through Our Solar System!

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Blast Off to Space! Young Readers' First Awesome Adventure Through Our Solar System!

Little explorers, get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure! This fun and exciting board book is your ticket to discovering the amazing wonders of outer space. From our Sun to the very edges of the Solar System, you'll take a fun-filled tour and learn fascinating facts along the way. Young readers will learn unique details about each planet and even get a sneak peek at the technology that helps us explore the cosmos. Did you know you can even spot some of these amazing cosmic bodies with just your eyes or a telescope? Get ready to gaze at millions of twinkling stars and faraway galaxies in this first journey into the vastness of space! Get ready for liftoff!

Your First Space Adventure Starts Here: A gentle and engaging introduction to the planets of our Solar System, perfectly sized and sturdy for little hands.

Makes Learning About Space Super Fun: Simple, easy-to-understand descriptions and bright illustrations bring the planets and space tech to life for young minds.

Spark Curiosity About the Cosmos: Ignite a lifelong love of space, the stars, planets, and galaxies beyond our world.

Introduces STEM Concepts Early: Lay the foundation for science, technology, engineering, and math with accessible information about planets and space technology.

Perfect for Little Hands and Curious Minds: The durable board book format is ideal for repeated exploration, and the captivating content will keep young readers engaged.

A Great Start to a Lifelong Love of Space: This book is the perfect launching pad for future learning about astronomy and space exploration.

For over 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a thirst for knowledge in young minds. We deliver the highest quality children's booksโ€”from novelty, picture, pop-up, and how-to books, to non-fiction and fairy tale books.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9788000075761

Publisher: Albatros nakladatelstvi as

Format: Board book

Date Published: 01 January 2026

Country: Czechia

Imprint: Albatros nakladatelstvi as

Illustration: Color illustrations throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Tomas Tuma

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 231.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 12

About the Author

Oldrich Ruzickais an acclaimed Czech children's book author whose works have been translated into many languages all over the world. After graduating from the Faculty of Education, he spent several years teaching before transitioning to publishing. He worked as chief editor and publisher of a major Czech publishing house, before founding his own. Ruzicka currently resides in Brno, Czechia.

Tomas Tumais a Czech freelance illustrator, photographer, and programmer. He has authored many educational adventure books for children, where he popularizes modern technologies. He studied English and Art Education and enjoys walking in the woods. He currently resides in the Czech Republic.

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