Space For Children

DERP MEETS EARTH is an otherworldly adventure for ages 6 to 10 that engages the reader as the characters face encounters, and obstacles while forging unique and lasting friendships. Derp Meets Earth is a look at the lives of three alien children and their pet who crash land a hijacked space pod on earth and learn to survive in a whole new world of dangerous characters and exciting happenings. The story is filled with lovable, likable core characters that, even though they are not of this world, are flawed just as humans are. They are typical kids; they make mistakes and then must live with ...

Sonne, Mond und Sterne - mit Kokosnuss das Weltall entdecken! Der kleine Drache Kokosnuss, Matilda und Oskar planen einen weiteren Besuch im Weltraum, denn bei ihrer letzten Begegnung mit dem Außerirdischen Bobby von Zitterpappel sind einige Fragen unbeantwortet geblieben... Seit wann beobachten die Menschen die Sterne? Wer hat den "Mann im Mond” erfunden? Wann gab es die erste Rakete? Wie hieß der erste Astronaut? Wie lief die Mondlandung ab? Und seit wann gibt es die Internationale Raumstation ISS? Die schlauen Antworten gibt es für kleine Forscherinnen und Forscher.

This novel is a standalone story which takes two extraordinary characters and follows them as they independently begin to unravel some of the greatest mysteries of our universe. Their missions are dangerous, and they are all venturing into the unknown...and if they can uncover the secret to faster-than-light travel then new worlds will be at our fingertips. But innovation and progress are not always embraced by everyone. There is a saboteur at work.

Being stuck in a traffic jam is already horrible enough. What's even worse is when you have three screaming kids in the backseat. Do you recognize this age-old question coming from the back row of your car: Are we there yet? Ah, this one never gets old. Usually spoken just after you put the key in the ignition. Your children hate to sit still in the car. Boredom takes over before you even leave the driveway.

Meet Moon! She's more than just a rock - she’s Earth’s rock, her best friend she can always count on. Moon never turns her back on her friend (Literally: She's always facing Earth with the same side!). These two will stick together forever. With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Moon in this next celestial "autobiography" in the Our Universe series.

Did you know NASA builds robots? Did you know NASA has many ways to explore outer space? Find out more in NASA.

The students of Ms. Maybee's class used to think history was boring, but that was before time started to get twisted! When a spaceship carrying Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin leaves 1969 - and lands in 1869 Texas - cowboy Nat Love decides to trade in his horse for a trip to the moon. Can siblings Doc and Abby untwist history and get everyone back where they belong? Houston, we have a problem!

In 2029 the Earth is in crisis and its only hope is... a talking pug with a mustache and glasses. Can he change the fate of the entire universe? Puggy’s earliest memory is waking up in a field in Texas, just before his human family discovers him and he becomes their beloved pet. He’s always felt…different, and not just because he is able to speak, something that he intuitively knows he needs to keep to himself. Things are bleak on Earth; it has been overdeveloped with huge buildings, blocking sunlight and becoming nearly uninhabitable with drastically declining resources. The New ...

The second brightest object in the sky, after the moon is Venus. It's also the only planet named after a woman. Learn more about bright, beautiful Venus, named for the Roman goddess of love and beauty.

Too often, the toys, games and other materials meant to educate young children end up being a detriment instead. If you're overwhelmed and your kids are overstimulated, it's time to reset your space by applying the principles of the Montessori method at home so you can be a calmer, more attentive parent. Author and certified Montessori guide Ashley Yeh tackles each room of the home and explains how to provide young children with the accessibility they need to complete practical life skills on their own.

Full of exclusive new stories, and astonishing detail only an astronaut would know, the book conveys what space exploration is really like: the wondrous view of Earth, the surreal weightlessness, the extraordinary danger, the surprising humdrum, the unexpected humour, the newfound perspective, the years of training, the psychological pressures, the gruelling physical toll, the thrill of launch and the trepidation of re-entry. The book also examines the surprising, shocking and often poignant stories of astronauts back on Earth, whose lives are forever changed as they readjust to terra firma.

Jeff thought life on a space station would be a great adventure. Boy, was he wrong! His parents have no time for him, the captain has no use for him, and his weird robot caretaker has no tolerance for him. Jeff is not the only one on the station feeling lost and lonely. Also on board is a Modified rat who accidentally stowed away while trying to escape the lab where she was created.

Space Cat and his trusty robot, Earl, are forced to land their rocket on a strange planet. Space Cat has to find more fuel to get home. Will he ever blast off again?

"Martian Genesis" brings together "New Dawn" and "The Red Planet Transformation" into a single compelling volume, chronicling humanity’s struggle and evolution on Mars. In New Dawn, Benjamin, one of the first children born on the Red Planet, recounts the story of his parents—pioneers who braved the harsh Martian frontier. Using his mother’s diary as a primary source, he pieces together their journey of survival, discovery, and resilience. In The Red Planet Transformation, Benjamin shares his own experiences growing up in the shadow of humanity’s first steps on Mars. As he matures, ...

Did you hear? Pluto is not considered to be a planet anymore—but don’t worry, astronomists used scientific evidence to prove Pluto's demotion. Learn about the scientific method and how it allows scientists to reevaluate theories as new evidence emerges. What do you think Pluto should be classified as? Planet or Dwarf Planet?

Humans were forced to leave Earth when the pollution became a threat. Mankind could no longer live on the planet. They traveled 189 light years to their new home they named Horizon. When they left Earth they abandoned much and over the years they grew, developed, and matured. A long time in humanities' future they returned to Earth and found something else living there.

No child should ever be a soldier. Jon Moore knew that better than most, having learned to fight to survive before he’d hit puberty. So when a former comrade, Alissa Lim, asks for his help in rescuing a group of children pressed into service by rebels on a planet no one cares to save, he agrees. Only later does he realize he’s signed up to do far more than he’d ever imagined.

Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy AKA the smartest raven in the universe as they set out on their next action-packed Ladybird Audio Adventure! Grab your helmet because in this adventure, we're travelling back in time to the Viking Age, where we will learn about their lives and traditions, as well as their skilled boatmaking!

Lainey dreams of talking to animals. Kate craves adventure and excitement. Mia loves dresses, roses, and anything beautiful. Gabby believes in fairies more than anyone. It's time for the Never Girls to go home. Lainey thinks it's goodbye forever, but is that a Never mouse in her mother's kitchen? And why can't Mia find Bingo? Could there be a splinter between the worlds?

Space isn't just the final frontier—it's big business! From exploration to space vacations, learn how private businesses are transforming the future of space travel and exploration.