Lonely Planet Kids The Complete Guide to Space Exploration

Your Intergalactic Ticket to the Universe

“It's a Lonely Planet Kids book, so you know it's going to be good, and it doesn't disappoint.” — Book Riot

Prepare for blast-off! The Complete Guide to Space Exploration takes young readers on the greatest journeys ever undertaken by humankind. From the very first telescope to the future prospect of space tourism, this comprehensive guide covers the history, achievements, and technology of space travel.

Written by Ben Hubbard for ages 9-12, this book allows kids to meet the world's first astronaut, witness the launch of Sputnik, and walk with Neil Armstrong on the moon. Beyond history, it explores the practical side of life in orbit—like how to eat, sleep, and vacation in zero gravity—and looks forward to the search for alien life and landing on asteroids.

Key Features:

• Visual Journey: Packed with infographics, maps, illustrations, and spectacular photos from NASA, the ESA, and the Hubble Telescope.
• Traveler's Guides: Features unique "traveler's guides" to all eight planets, plus Pluto, the Sun, comets, and asteroids.
• Past, Present, & Future: Covers everything from the Space Race and the ISS to future Mars colonies and space tourism.