Hey-Ho, to Mars We'll Go!

Name: Hey-Ho, to Mars We'll Go!
Brand: Bookreps NZ Limited
SKU: 9781623543761
Price: 17.99 NZD
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By Susan Lendroth and Bob Kolar

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Summary

Hey-Ho, to Mars We'll Go! by Susan Lendroth and illustrated by Bob Kolar is a delightful children's book that explores the journey to Mars in an engaging and imaginative way. With its playful rhymes and vibrant illustrations, the story takes young readers on an adventure as they learn about space travel and the wonders of exploring a new planet. It's an educational and exciting introduction to astronomy and space exploration for young minds.
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Format: Board book

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This book may appeal to you if you have a young explorer who dreams of space adventure and enjoys learning about astronauts and Mars in a fun and engaging way. The vibrant illustrations and rhythmic text provide an entertaining journey, sparking curiosity about space exploration while making it accessible for children.

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Description

Toddlers can defy gravity in this singalong STEM board book as they not only turn the pages, but also the book to travel through space.

A perfect combination of song and science, this rhyming board book about space is perfect for read-alouds and is sure to be a repeated read in the household.

Perfect for STEM and space storytimes, this musical mission to Mars will have young astronauts singing along as they learn the science of space travel.

Explore the science behind a trip to Mars, from launch to landing on the Red Planet. Set to the tune of "The Farmer in the Dell," this jaunty journey follows five adorable, bobble-headed astronauts as they learn how to bathe in zero gravity, grow veggies in space, and entertain themselves on the six-month trip. Even the design of the book defies gravity, as text and art float free on the page, encouraging readers to turn the book sideways and upside-down.

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?

Hey-Ho, to Mars We'll Go! by Susan Lendroth and Bob Kolar is a children's book that enlivens the journey to Mars, set to the tune of "The Farmer in the Dell". It features diverse children as they explore space, supported by vibrant, bold illustrations that complement the narrative and encourage young readers to engage with astronautic concepts. Despite some awkward rhymes and a layout requiring rotation due to zero-gravity depictions, the book offers a wealth of fascinating details about life in space, making it an amusing and informative read for space enthusiasts.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781623543761

Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S.

Format: Board book

Date Published: 10 January 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S.

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 28

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Bob Kolar Children's Board Books Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Susan Lendroth

About the Author

Susan Lendroth grew tomatoes in her backyard when she was a kid. Now she grows herbs on the kitchen windowsill in Southern California. Susan is the author ofCalico Dorsey;Maneki Neko;Ocean Wide, Ocean Deep;Why Explore?; andHey-Ho, to Mars We'll Go! Growing up, Bob Kolar was mesmerized by the Apollo missions. He is now the author and illustrator of many books for children, includingStomp! Stomp!(NorthSouth) and the Astroblast! series (Scholastic), the basis for the Sprout TV show. He is also the illustrator ofThe Boy and the Book;Slickety Quick- Poems about Sharks(Candlewick); andThe Little Dump Truck(Henry Holt). When he's not writing and illustrating books, Bob teaches art at the Kansas City Art Institute.

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