First Space Encyclopedia

by D.K. Publishing

The latest title in DK's First Reference series introduces the universe, visiting all the planets of our solar system and their moons, as well as our Sun and other stars, black holes, asteroids, comets, and other galaxies. Up to date with the latest astronomical theories, First Space Encyclopedia includes information about the great Pluto debate and the recent discovery of an Earth-like planet, as well as pictures from the latest voyages by shuttles, rovers, and probes, and the conflicting evidence on aliens and UFOs. And of course, young space enthusiasts will want to know all about the cool technology behind what astronauts wear, what they do to train, and even what they eat. All of this and more is ready to reference in a thorough and accessible hardcover volume just right for young scholars.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Reference, Astronomy, Childrens, Space

128 pages, Hardcover

Published January 21, 2008

About the author

Dorling Kindersley (DK) is a British multinational publishing company specializing in illustrated reference books for adults and children in 62 languages. It is part of Penguin Random House, a consumer publishing company jointly owned by Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA and Pearson PLC. Bertelsmann owns 53% of the company and Pearson owns 47%.

Established in 1974, DK publishes a range of titles in genres including travel (including Eyewitness Travel Guides), arts and crafts, business, history, cooking, gaming, gardening, health and fitness, natural history, parenting, science and reference. They also publish books for children, toddlers and babies, covering such topics as history, the human body, animals and activities, as well as licensed properties such as LEGO, Disney and DeLiSo, licensor of the toy Sophie la Girafe. DK has offices in New York, London, Munich, New Delhi, Toronto and Melbourne.

Source: Wikipedia.

Reviews

[Nico · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great reading for your child in elementary school!

[Tyler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book, would definitely recommend if you are into space.

[Heather · Rating 3 out of 5]

We're done with astronomy! My boys loved this book. They have looked through it over and over and over again. The pictures are amazing - bright, clear, interesting. It was a bit boring to read aloud, but they sat through about 4 pages a day. I think this serves best as a visual reference, not as a main text. My older boys (who can read) were able to read this and understand it on their own. I'm not the biggest fan of encyclopedia type books (too busy and not enough information) but for this topic I think this book was a positive addition. We'll most likely keep the book, and continue to use it as something nice to look at and fun to read for tidbits of information.

[Ginger Stepp]

Recommended for ages 4-8, this reference book on space is a bit intimidating even by adult standards. It begins with an explanation of space and then tries to cover nearly every topic in relation to space. With its pictures and graphics, it provides dates and definitions of significant space-related topics. Even though there is a lot of information in this book, the explanations and definitions are simple and written in a way that is easy to follow. This is a book that can be visited over and over again and children will always discover something new.

[Esmoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

My partner has been reading from this book to our four year old son at night before bed. The picture are vibrant and varied, inspiring many questions. The text is not over-simplified (unlike most children's encyclopedias) and it delivers a lot of information young space enthusiasts will find interesting. It looks like it's targeted at older grade-schoolers, but with adult accompaniment it can be a good book for younger learners as well.

[Wafaa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Informative,fun,easy book to read
And has very beautiful pictures

[Toby Flynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loads of facts this book is all you need to know about space. You will learn about planets and astronauts etc. The best for early readers.