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Going Supernova: Space Exploration

By Charles Hope
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Going Supernova: Space Exploration by Charles Hope is a captivating children's book that dives into the wonders of cosmic phenomena and space exploration. It introduces young readers to the marvels of space, such as stars, planets, and the captivating event of a supernova. The author presents fascinating facts and engaging illustrations, sparking curiosity about the universe and encouraging a love for science and discovery.
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You might enjoy this book if you're curious about our universe and love thrilling tales of space exploration. It provides exciting insights into the wonders of space, making it perfect for young explorers who are eager to learn about supernovas, planets, and the latest adventures in astronomy.

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Take a look at the technological wonders of space, as you've never seen them before...

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Our Solar System is vast. It is home to planets and moons, comets and asteroids, the Earth and the Sun. It is just one of the many billions of solar systems found in the Milky Way Galaxy.

Prepare for liftoff as we go on a mission to the outer reaches of space.

Going Supernova: Space Exploration is the first title in the new series Going Supernova, which explores the awe-inspiring wonders of space.

The book features spectacular large format photographs of the universe, showcasing everything from our closest neighbours in the solar system to the distant reaches of space.

Bite-sized pieces of information are perfect for young and emerging readers.

Once readers purchase one book, they will want to collect the entire series.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781742033143

Publisher: Wild Dog Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: Wild Dog Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 260.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 24

Collections

Charles Hope Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Charles is a children's picture book author. He has written a number of titles for Wild Dog Books across a range of series. These include Our Past, Extreme Weather, Going Supernova, Then and Now, Australian Animals, Continents of the World and CloseUp. He has also written numerous one-off titles such as Hunters & Hunted, Fantastic Facts, Gross Facts, The Book of the Sun and the Stars, The Big Book of Antarctica, The Big Book of the Bicycle, Community, Culture, Say What?! The History of Communication, The Year of the Dog and The Year of the Pig.

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