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See Inside The Universe

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See Inside The Universe by Alex Frith explores the wonders and mysteries of the cosmos in a way that captivates young readers. Filled with engaging illustrations and informative flaps to lift, the book dives into topics such as space exploration, the formation of stars, and the vastness of galaxies, offering a fascinating introduction to the universe. It's a perfect blend of education and entertainment for curious minds.
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You might enjoy this book if youโ€™re curious about the wonders of the universe and love engaging illustrations and interactive flaps. It's perfect for young readers with a keen interest in space, stars, and the mysteries of our cosmos, offering an educational and fun exploration of astronomical concepts.

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Discover planets, stars and galaxies and explore intergalactic space.



Curious young minds will be fascinated by this detailed space book, packed with flaps to lift to reveal answers to some of the biggest questions in the universe.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Discover planets, stars, and galaxies, and explore intergalactic space. What's the universe made of? Where did everything come from?

Lift the flaps in this fascinating book to reveal some of the amazing discoveries that astronomers and physicists have made in their quest to unlock the mysteries of the universe. Curious young minds will be fascinated to discover planets, stars, and galaxies, and explore intergalactic space, with over 70 flaps to lift.

Includes explanations of some of the biggest questions in the universe, including 'What happened during the Big Bang?' and 'What lies out in the far reaches of space?'.

A mind-expanding book, See Inside The Universe, is sure to fascinate young space enthusiasts.

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  • See Inside The Universe
    Discover planets, stars, and galaxies, and explore intergalactic space. What's the universe made of? Where did everything come from? Lift the flaps in this fascinating book to reveal some of the amazing discoveries that astronomers and physicists have made in their quest to unlock the mysteries of the universe. Curious young minds will be fascinated to discover planets, stars, and...
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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?

See Inside The Universe by Alex Frith is praised for its engaging introduction to the solar system, offering a journey through stars, galaxies, and fundamental concepts like the Big Bang, gravity, and atoms. It features a unique design with interactive flaps, making it a delightful resource for both children and their parents to explore repeatedly.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781409563969

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Board book

Date Published: 01 February 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Lee Cosgrove
  • Illustrated by Lee Cosgrove

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 222.0mm

Height: 277.0mm

Weight: 560g

Pages: 14

About the Author

Alex Frith has been writing Usborne books since 2005. His diverse output covers such titles as 'See inside Your Head', 'Stories of Thor' and 'Politics for Beginners'. He has spoken at multiple festivals about his book '100 Things to Know About Space'. Alex can be found in London.

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