Cosmic Wonder: Halley's Comet and Humankind

Name: Cosmic Wonder: Halley's Comet and Humankind
Brand: Walker Books Australia
SKU: 9781536223231
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By Ashley Benham-Yazdani and Ashley Yazdani

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Cosmic Wonder: Halley's Comet and Humankind by Ashley Benham-Yazdani explores the fascinating history and science behind Halley's Comet, capturing its impact on both culture and scientific discovery. Through vibrant illustrations and engaging storytelling, the book invites young readers to journey through time and learn about the comet's extraordinary influence on various civilisations across history.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in sharing the wonders of space with children through a beautifully illustrated journey. It explores the fascinating story of Halley's Comet, blending science and history in a way that's both educational and engaging for young readers.

Description

A lyrical look at the history of humankind, as told through the eyes of Halley’s Comet as it passes by Earth every 76 years.

'The first time the comet visited Earth, nobody noticed. Well, almost nobody...'

This is an exciting exploration of the Earth's changes and developments – both good and bad – from the unique perspective of an ever-returning comet, whose passing was first recorded in 240 BC. With each orbit, readers will see the changes in Earth and its creatures, paying close attention to the history of human evolution.

Told with wonder and brought to life with striking illustrations by rising talent Ashley Benham-Yazdani, this book asks young readers, what will the Earth look like when the comet next returns in 2061?

Time stamps and thorough back matter ground this compelling story in sound historical and scientific research. A kaleidoscope of biodiversity, locales, and peoples, Cosmic Wonder gracefully charts the highs and lows of human civilization through the eyes of a sympathetic watcher.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Cosmic Wonder: Halley's Comet and Humankind is praised for its engaging illustrations and unique perspective on human history through the lens of Halley's Comet. The book is considered an ideal resource for school libraries, supporting diverse interests and curriculum needs. It is also recommended for home reading, particularly for young enthusiasts of space science.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781536223231

Publisher: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 10 October 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Contributors:

Illustrated by Ashley Benham-Yazdani
Illustrated by Ashley Yazdani

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 292.0mm

Height: 256.0mm

Weight: 580g

Pages: 40

Collections

Ashley Benham-Yazdani Ashley Yazdani Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Ashley Benham-Yazdani is the author-illustrator of A Green Place to Be. About this book, which she worked on while pregnant with her second child, she says, “Our long-term comet visitor has seen many of the discoveries, wonders, and, sadly, numerous tragedies of humanity, including our devastating impact on the planet. In all of its visits, one thing has been unchanging: the human hope that our children’s lives would be better, safer, happier than our own.” Ashley Benham-Yazdani lives with her family in Davis, California.