Book overview
"Kids who ask "why" fifty times a day will see Charlie. Parents will see Cate. This is the book for both.
...A lunar science book that respects a kid's curiosity and a kid's fear all on the same page".-Seattle Book Review
Blast Off on an Out-of-This-World Adventure with Charlie!
A dog named Charlie and his scientist owner, Cate, embark on a mission to orbit the moon and uncover what they can't see from Earth.
As they journey through the stars, marveling at the wonder around them, they suddenly find themselves completely in the dark! The back side of the moon, they learn, has no light at all!
Together, the adventurous duo learns that curiosity sparks discovery, and that the unknown might not be as scary as it first seems.
Charlie's Space Adventures: Mission to the Moon is a playful introduction to space science, exploration, and the power of curiosity for young readers. Through Charlie and Cate's journey, children are invited to see the unknown not as something to fear, but as an opportunity to ask questions, learn something new, and discover what's possible.
Through Charlie and Cate's adventure, children can:
- Learn fun and accessible facts about the Moon and space exploration
- Discover why the Moon has a "far side" and what makes it different
- Explore the importance of curiosity, questions, and discovery
- See science and space as exciting places where they belong
- Be inspired to dream big and imagine themselves as future scientists, engineers, astronauts, and explorers
Perfect for ages 4-8, Charlie's Space Adventures is a read-aloud story for families, classrooms, libraries, and little space enthusiasts everywhere.
Whether your child already dreams of becoming an astronaut or simply loves asking "why?", Charlie's adventure is an invitation to look up at the stars and explore.