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Planet Awesome by Stacy McAnulty takes young readers on a fantastical journey through the solar system. Told from the perspective of Earth, it introduces fascinating facts about planets, moons, and space phenomena with a blend of humour and science. It's an engaging and educational exploration of the universe, suited for curious minds.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're curious about our planet and want to explore its wonders through a fun and engaging narrative. It's perfect for children who love learning about nature, science, and the Earth's incredible features, all presented with humour and fascinating facts.

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Planet Awesome

Prepare to learn all about Earth from the voice of the planet itself!

Prepare to learn all about Earth from the voice of the planet itself!

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'Hi, I'm Earth! But you can call me Planet Awesome.'

In this hilarious and informative book filled to the brim with eye-opening, kid-friendly facts about our planet, you'll find scientifically accurate information from beloved children's book author Stacy McAnulty and vibrant art by award-winning illustrator David Litchfield.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571345441

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 April 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by David Litchfield
  • Illustrated by David Litchfield

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 198.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 135g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Stacy McAnulty is a children's book author, who used to be a mechanical engineer, who's also qualified to be a paleontologist (not really), a correspondent for The Daily Show (why not), and a Green Bay Packer coach (totally!). She is the 2017 Ezra Jack Keats Book New Writer Honor Recipient. When not writing, Stacy likes to listen to NPR, bake triple-chocolate cupcakes, and eat triple-chocolate cupcakes. Originally from upstate NY, she now lives in Kernersville, NC with her 3 kids, 2.5 dogs, and 1 husband.

David Litchfield lives in Bedfordshire. He first started to draw when he was very young, creating comics for his siblings. Since then David's work has appeared in magazines, newspapers, books and on T-shirts. He has also exhibited his illustrations in both solo and group shows in the UK, Europe and America. He is the author/illustrator of the award-winning picture book The Bear and the Piano. His other books include The Building Boy, Space Tortoise, Grandad's Secret Giant and The Marvellous Moon Map.

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