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Ada and the Galaxies

By Olga Pastuchiv and Alan Lightman
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Ada and the Galaxies by Olga Pastuchiv and Alan Lightman is a delightful children's book that follows a young girl named Ada who is captivated by the wonders of the night sky. During a visit to her grandparents in Maine, she discovers the vast and breathtaking beauty of the stars and galaxies overhead, inspiring a sense of connection and curiosity about the universe. This enchanting story gently blends themes of family, nature, and astronomical wonder.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a budding interest in astronomy or if you appreciate enchanting illustrations that bring the wonders of the universe to life for young readers. This charming tale beautifully intertwines science and storytelling, making it a delightful choice for children who are curious about the stars and galaxies above.

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Ada and the Galaxies

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Stargazers rejoice! In his first book for children, renowned physicist Alan Lightman and collaborators, with help from the Hubble telescope, light up the night sky.

New York Times best-selling author Alan Lightman, in collaboration with Olga Pastuchiv, brings galaxies close in a stunning picture-book tribute to the interconnectedness of the natural world.

Layering photographs taken from the Hubble telescope into charming and expressive art, illustrator Susanna Chapman zooms in on one child’s experiences. Ada knows that the best place for star-gazing is on the island in Maine where she vacations with her grandparents.

By day, she tracks osprey in the trees, paddles a kayak, and hunts for shells. But she’s most in her element when the sun goes down and the stars blink to life. Will the fog this year foil her plans, or will her grandfather find a way to shine a spotlight on the vast puzzle of the universe... until the weather turns?

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Ada and the Galaxies, by Olga Pastuchiv and Alan Lightman, has been praised for its beautiful illustration and storytelling. The book captures the wonder of the night sky as seen from a Maine island, delighting readers with vivid watercolor artwork and layered images from the Hubble Space Telescope. It’s celebrated for portraying the interconnectedness of the universe, while encapsulating family bonds and the awe of observing the stars. The storytelling and illustrations make it a joyful exploration of the cosmos for young readers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781536215618

Publisher: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 September 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: MIT Kids Press

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Susanna Chapman

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 260.0mm

Height: 268.0mm

Weight: 476g

Pages: 40

Collections

Alan Lightman Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Olga Pastuchiv Young Adult

About the Author

Alan Lightman is a physicist and the best-selling author of Einstein's Dreams and other adult books. Modeled on his relationship with his granddaughter, Ada and the Galaxies is his first book for children. He is a professor at MIT and lives in Concord, Massachusetts.

Olga Pastuchiv is a children’s book author, painter, and commercial illustrator living in Richmond, Maine.

Susanna Chapman is an illustrator, muralist, and designer. Her books include Elizabeth Warren’s Big, Bold Plans, written by Laurie Ann Thompson. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee.

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