Description
“America’s funniest science writer” (Washington Post) asks the questions children ask in this young readers adaptation of her best-selling Packing for Mars. What is it like to float weightlessly in the air? What happens if you vomit in your helmet during a spacewalk? How do astronauts go to the bathroom? Is it true that they don’t shower? Can farts really be deadly in space? Best-selling Mary Roach has the answers. In this whip-smart, funny, and informative young readers adaptation of her best-selling Packing for Mars, Roach guides us through the irresistibly strange, frequently gross, and awe-inspiring realm of space travel and life without gravity. From flying on NASA’s Weightless Wonder to eating space food, Packing for Mars for Kids is chock-full of firs-hand experiences and thorough research. Roach has crafted an authoritative and accessible book that is perfectly pitched to inquiring middle grade readers. 35 black-and-white photographs
Read more
Details
Are your kids curious about outer space? Looking for an engaging and educational book that will satisfy their curiosity? Look no further! Introducing Packing for Mars for Kids, the young readers adaptation of the best-selling book by Mary Roach. Packed with fascinating facts and hilarious anecdotes, this book will keep your little ones entertained for hours.
With Packing for Mars for Kids, your children will finally get answers to those burning questions they've always had. Ever wondered what it feels like to float weightlessly in the air? Or what happens if you vomit in your helmet during a spacewalk? Mary Roach, hailed as "America's funniest science writer," has the answers that will leave them in awe.
But it's not all about gross and funny stories. This book also delves into the serious side of space travel, exploring how astronauts go to the bathroom, the truth about showering in space, and even the surprising dangers of passing gas. Backed by thorough research and first-hand experiences, Packing for Mars for Kids is an authoritative and accessible resource for inquisitive readers.
Not only is the content of this book incredibly engaging, but it's also visually captivating. With 35 black-and-white photographs, your kids will have a visual feast while reading each page. Whether they're flying on NASA's Weightless Wonder or learning about space food, the imagery in this book will truly bring the subject matter to life.
Give your children the gift of knowledge and imagination with Packing for Mars for Kids. Fuel their curiosity, expand their horizons, and inspire their dreams of exploring the great unknown. Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey – get your copy today!
Discover More Best Sellers in Astronomy & Space
Shop Astronomy & Space
Pluto and Other Dwarf Planets (Space Neighbors)
$17.07


Total Solar Eclipse: A Stellar Friendship Story
$11.99


$11.99


The US Space Force in Action (US Military Branches (UpDog Books ™))
$9.99


$4.35


Outer Space (Ken Jennings’ Junior Genius Guides)
$9.89
