Book
Once upon a star : a poetic journey through space
Record details
- ISBN: 0525579338
- ISBN: 9780525579335
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Physical Description:
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
print - Edition: First American edition.
- Publisher: New York : Doubleday Books for Young Readers, [2018]
- Copyright: ©2018
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "Originally published in the United Kingdom by Little Tiger Press, London, in 2018." -- Title page verso. |
| Target Audience Note: | Ages 3-7. |
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| Subject: | Universe Universe Poetry Cosmology Cosmology Poetry |
Available copies
- 3 of 3 copies available at Kenton County.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 3 total copies.
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- Baker & Taylor
A poetic exploration of the Big Bang and the origins of the universe combines STEM-supporting, rhythmic verses and eye-catching artwork to depict the development of the solar system and how life began on Earth. SLJ. PW. K. - Baker & Taylor
"In this poetic tour of the universe, children learn about the Big Bang and the origins of life on Earth."-- - Baker & Taylor
A poetic tour of the universe explains the Big Bang and the origins of life on Earth. - Random House, Inc.
Young space and science enthusiasts will be captivated by this exciting exploration of the Big Bang and the origins of the universe.
Once upon a star, there were no stars to shine, no sun to rise, no day, no night. Until . . . a mighty BOOM!
The Big Bang, the formation of the planets, and the origins of life on Earth are made accessible and fascinating in a poetic, jazzy, free-flowing exploration of space, the solar system, and how we all got here. With its rhythmic, and engaging style, this book is a unique and captivating approach to science and STEM topics that will have kids asking to read it again and againâwhile learning lessons and concepts that really stick.
Parents and teachers will love it too (and will likely learn something!) as their young ones read about our solar system's origins in an inviting, fresh, yet factual format. With art that calls to mind the era of the space race, the book is everything you need: hip, fun, engaging nonfiction for today's young scientists.
Critics love Once Upon a Star:
"The right 'stuff' for young readers who have wondered about the stars and about their place in space."âKirkus
"Budding scientists and stargazers will find plenty to enjoy in this lyrical introduction to the sun. . . . An excellent resource for STEM-related activities, science curricula, or children who are simply curious about the world around them."âSchool Library Journal
"traces the march of evolution with crisp, graphic forms."âPublishers Weekly
âA lively, rhapsodic exploration of the cosmos . . . Each page is a stunning visual feast.ââSpace.com
"Carter delivers his mini lesson on the Big Bang, cosmic formation, and the coalescence of stardust in gently unreeling, rhyme-sprinkled verse that has the soothing cadence of a bedtime story."âThe Bulletin of the Center for Childrenâs Books
"a perfect addition to the library of any budding astronaut or scientist."âReadBrightly.com