KidsWinter2024

3 New and Forthcoming Reaching for the Stars A Mission to Space By Roxanne Troup, Illustrated by Amanda Lenz Features artwork that seamlessly collages illustration with actual NASA photos of space Introduces young readers to STEM facts and vocabulary about space Spotlights a strong female protagonist and diverse characters in a celebration of NASA’s goal of landing the first woman and first person of color on the moon What will we find light-years away, beyond the expanse where our planets play? Join a crew of astronauts on an inspiring new mission to explore the moon, the stars, and the far reaches of outer space. This out-of-this- world journey features art that collages illustration with actual NASA photographs of space, an engaging narrative that uses endearing rhymes to introduce STEM concepts, and a glossary that teaches space vocabulary words. Spotlighting a diverse crew of scientists, this exciting adventure to the moon and beyond is sure to inspire the next generation of space enthusiasts to reach for the stars. ISBN: 978-0-7643-6817-2 Size: 8 1/2" x 11" (216 x 279 mm) Pages: 40 Binding: hardcover Illustrations: 20 color images Price: $16.99, £15.99, 22.99 CAD UK pub date: October 2024 Age Range: 4 to 8 years Lexile: 510L BISAC: JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Astronomy JUVENILE NONFICTION / Technology / Aeronautics, Astronautics & Space Science AVAILABLE AUGUST 2024 ISBN 978-0-7643-6817-2 With lyrical text and astonishing illustrations that incorporate actual NASA space photographs, this out-of-this-world journey introduces space concepts while celebrating NASA’s groundbreaking Artemis missions and all future space adventures. With a background in education, Roxanne Troup writes children’s books that entertain, educate, and inspire. Her debut, My Grandpa, My Tree, and Me , was named the 2024 Book of the Year by the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture. She lives in the mountains of Colorado. Informed by more than 10 years of professional graphic design experience, Amanda Lenz brings adventure, charm, and color into every illustration and design to inform, engage, and delight. Amanda resides in Boulder, Colorado. SIMILAR TITLE I'M GOING TO OUTER SPACE! 978-0-7643-5385-7 See page 33