Under the Stars: Astrophysics for Bedtime

by Lisa Harvey-Smith, Mel Matthews (Illustrator)

Under the Stars- Bedtime Astrophysics transports curious kids and inquisitive adults on an incredible journey through the night sky.

Explore our solar system from the comfort of your cosy bedroom. Find out why the sky is blue. Fly around a black hole and peer inside! Learn why Jupiter has stripes.

When astrophysicist Lisa Harvey-Smith isn't looking skyward, she is answering the smart questions of school kids. Her engaging storytelling in this colourfully illustrated book brings the night sky to life, giving amazing new perspectives to young explorers who are always asking, 'Why?'

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Childrens, Space

277 pages, Hardcover

Published October 1, 2019

Reviews

[Claire · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s just been a treat reading more about astrophysics and the universe with my small mate. He heard a lot more words about the universe, and I learned things too. This books is enthusiastically and authoritatively voiced, pitched perfectly at a young readership, and oozes joy at the wonder of space. It’s beautifully illustrated, and the bite size stories are perfect for budding scientists. I look forward to returning to this again and again with my small mate.

[Judy Wollin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This 200-page non-fiction book presents Astrophysics for children and their parents. It presents the earth, solar system, extrasolar space, the Milky Way and the Universe.
The language is simple and accessible for Middle Grade and older readers. The vocabulary reflects the topics but is well explained. An interesting introductory scientific book examining our world.
I enjoyed the ease of reading about astrophysics.
Recommended for Middle Grade +

[Hwee Goh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Why in the world, on the earth and in the sky? All the questions are answered in this extremely reader-friendly book by Lisa Harvey-Smith, an astrophysicist by training.

I’ve really enjoyed flipping through this book and learning all the key facts I need to know about our amazing galaxy.

Surely, plenty enough for me and every of my knowledge-hungry young readers to brag about supernova and supermassive black holes 😯😆📚

📚: World Scientific Education

[Sharlene Evans · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the format that non fiction writers are using to assist kids to explore the many areas of fascination in the world. The images with the easy language, teaching technical words and theory in an easy to understand format. Loved it and will definitely be finding myself looking to the sky with more understanding and a whole load more curiosity!

[CherrySherry · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish I had come across this book when I was a child! Yet I immensely enjoyed it even now when I'm an adult. It presents fundamental knowledge about our Universe in a very clear and plain language. The narrator (Angourie Rice) couldn't be better. Highly recommend reading it to your child before they grow up!

[Kirren Wilson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a really well written engaging book - for middle-grade readers. I didn't agree with the Big Bang Theory as the basis for creation - I thought that perhaps a wider view point could have been explored.

[Cushla Dragon · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was easy to understand yet had very interesting and unusual facts. It explained and answered a lot of questions and the table of contents was easy to use. It gave great suggestions as to where to go next to further your research.

[Asiuol K · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was an adorable book that taught basic astronomy in an easy to understand way.

[Louise · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant book. So well written and makes complex science accessible to all. Enjoyed by the kid and his parents alike.

[Elli · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lovely children's book explaining complicated 'science stuff' in a beautiful, inspiring and accessible way.

[Emma Louise Burns · Rating 5 out of 5]

So simple to understand! Lots of intriguing scientific facts explained really simply and in an engaging way. Wonderful illustrations ❤️❤️❤️ will be so happy to share with my class!

[Talia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lovely introduction to astrophysics for little people. I will enjoy sharing this with mine when they are a little older and talking about the amazing universe that God has made!

[Houda Jubaili]

audiobook - the Uranus chapter made me giggle

[Mason · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Alli_aye · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super cute and accessible

[Annie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was first intrigued by this book when I read that an actual astrophysicist wrote it. An educational adventure that indeed transports readers through the night sky. A book that is suitable for children and adults a like, it was a fun way to explore the solar system, the universe and learn scientific facts about the sky and surrounding planets. With special thanks to Melbourne University Press for sending me a copy for review.

[Nemo T · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed learning about astrophysics! Always fun to learn new things. The author is so passionate about this it makes the read even better.

[ailee ☆ · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved everything about it and expanded my knowledge!! <3