YOU CAN explore the universe

Name: YOU CAN explore the universe
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Be Amazing with This Inspiring Guide

By Collins Kids and Tom Kerss

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You Can Explore the Universe by Collins Kids and Tom Kerss is a captivating children's book that invites young readers to embark on an exciting journey through space. It introduces the wonders of the universe, providing engaging facts about planets, stars, and galaxies, while inspiring curiosity about the cosmos with fun activities and stunning visuals. This book encourages hands-on exploration and is perfect for budding astronomers eager to learn about the mysteries of outer space.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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The ideal gift to help kids learn brilliant new hobbies

Get outside, look up and explore the night sky!

The how-to book for kids who love space. It’s easy to understand and tells them exactly what they need to know step-by-step.

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The ideal gift to help kids learn brilliant new hobbies

Get outside, look up and explore the night sky!

The how-to book for kids who love space. It’s easy to understand and tells them exactly what they need to know step-by-step.

Easy-peasy tips on how, when and where to spot stars and planets
Space to scribble and make the book their own
Packed with fun activities guaranteed to ignite curiosity and wonder!

Written by astronomer Tom Kerss, author of popular astronomy books and veteran of the Royal Observatory, London.

Kids can try lots of brilliant stuff with the fun YOU CAN series from Collins – including how to write stories, draw, grow food, take photos, stargaze, cook, craft and more – there’s something for everyone!

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008420970

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 May 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Collins

Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 148.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 96

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Activity Books and Kits Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Collins Kids Drawing, Colouring and Painting Books for Kids Education & Reference Science & Nature Tom Kerss

About the Author

Collins has been publishing educational and informative books for almost 200 years. Throughout this rich heritage we have maintained an impressive record in creating market-leading products across various sectors.

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