Basher Basics: Space Exploration

by Simon Basher, Simon Basher (Illustrator)

Overview

From the best-selling and compelling Basher, comes a book that shines its light into out-of-this-world beings who make the universe tick.

Learn about the amazing research that is revolutionizing space exploration, from the pioneering space crafts and equipment known as 'Space Aces' that have been used to delve into deep-space exploration to the scientists known as 'The Outerplanetary Mob' that have not only taken voyages to space and back but have contributed to our understanding of the universe. Space Exploration is a compelling guide to developments at the very forefront of science – a must-read for anyone wishing to understand, and engage with, modern space.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780753475065
Publisher:	Kingfisher
Publication date:	05/07/2019
Series:	Basher Basics Series
Edition description:	Revised
Pages:	64
Sales rank:	621,526
Product dimensions:	6.80(w) x 6.80(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Artist and designer Simon Basher has fun playing in the world of contemporary character design. Inspired by a love of simple line work and a rich color palette, his characters fill the gap between edgy manga and the cuteness of Hello Kitty. He lives in England.

Artist and designer Simon Basher has fun playing in the world of contemporary character design. Inspired by a love of simple line work and a rich color palette, his characters fill the gap between edgy manga and the cuteness of Hello Kitty. He lives in England.

Editorial Reviews

A breezy tone and ultra-cute illustrations enliven this introduction to space-exploration missions. Two-page spreads per topic, with one page devoted to a brightly colored illustration, provide bite-size chunks of information in a cheeky, first-person voice. . . . this books charm lies in its upbeat, goofy approach.” —School Library Journal

From the Publisher

04/01/2014
Gr 3–6—A breezy tone and ultra-cute illustrations enliven this introduction to space-exploration missions. Two-page spreads per topic, with one page devoted to a brightly colored illustration, provide bite-size chunks of information in a cheeky, first-person voice. Four chapters cover miscellaneous space exploration objects and concepts ("Space Aces"), spacecraft that explore the inner planets ("Sunshine Superstars"), outer planets ("Outer Planetary Mob"), and beyond our solar system ("To Infinity and Beyond"). The lighthearted tone never wavers, even when discussing sad topics, such as the one-way spaceflight of Laika the cosmonaut dog. Round-faced, pink-cheeked line drawings anthropomorphize each topic, from orbit to space tourist to the Mars rover Curiosity. While students will need titles with greater depth and more technical illustrations, such as Carole Stott's Space Exploration (DK, 2009), for reports, this book's charm lies in its upbeat, goofy approach.—Sarah Stone, San Francisco Public Library

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