Dr Karl introduces himself immediately on opening
the book, answering a questionnaire beneath a ‘Who Am I’ banner.
He then
invites the reader to fill in details about themselves in a similar
questionnaire. This feels like inviting
someone into a warm space to sit in your favourite chair.
Dr Karl’s brilliant mind shares facts about the
Solar System, explains why stars twinkle, and how to count them (if it’s
possible).
He challenges the reader to write poems at intervals using his list
of easy words to use, and gives hints on how to design and make your own
rocket.
The entire book is full of activities and quizzes
designed to excite and teach children about astronomy in a fun, relaxing
manner. There is a find-the-difference in two space shuttle pictures. The
origin of Luna is presented in a
humorous way with crazy drawings. Light-hearted entertainment is how to aptly
describe the contents of this book. This is easy learning science for kids at
its best.
Answers are found at the back of the book, but children
are trusted to try their best before checking whether they have the right
answers or not.
Dr
Karl’s Little Book of Dinos is released simultaneously with the Little Book of Space. The layout of both
books is identical in every way, and they are true gems for children who have
an interest in either or both subjects. They hold countless hours of absorbing
occupation, are a terrific concept, and great learning tools no matter how you
look at them.
Title: Dr Karl’s Little Book of Space
Author:
Dr Karl Kruszelnicki
Illustrator:
Russell Jeffrey
Publisher:
Pan Macmillan Australia, $12.99
Publication
Date: 27 June 2017
Format:
Paperback
ISBN:
9781925481235
For
ages: 7+
Type: Junior Non-Fiction
