Do aliens exist? Are UFOs real? The race is on to discover alien life in this perfect gift for kids who love space.
This book will sort myth from fact to bring you the real science behind the search for alien lifeforms. Space expert Joalda Morancy will take readers on a tour of the solar system (and beyond) on board new NASA missions searching for the most likely alien hiding places--from icy moons of Jupiter to the clouds of Venus. Along the way kids will find out about:
- The robots sent to Mars to look for Martians
- What really goes on at Area 51
- Ways to spot an advanced alien civilization (hint--look for dim stars)
In this book beautifully illustrated by Amy Grimes, readers will explore a comet, race futuristic spaceships, and discuss what we would say to aliens when we finally meet them (after "hello!").
They may seem as fanciful as wizards and monsters, but this book will show that scientists not only believe that aliens exist--but that it's only a matter of time before we find them.
About the Author :
Joalda Morancy is an aerospace engineer and science communicator. They have a degree in astrophysics and are currently pursuing a PhD in space engineering. Their passion for space exploration began in high school after watching a YouTube video about life aboard the International Space Station. Joalda loves doing science communication to the general public, and is especially passionate about inspiring children from underrepresented backgrounds to study STEM subjects. Currently, at Blue Origin, they work on the lunar lander that will be used in NASA's upcoming Artemis missions to the Moon.
Amy Grimes is a London-based illustrator who takes a lot of inspiration from nature. Amy's work is mainly created digitally, using a variety of hand-painted textures, which are scanned and assembled in Photoshop into digital collages. Amy has worked for clients including Quarto and White Lion Publishing.
Review :
"Vibrantly illustrated... explains concepts and theories such as the origin of life, alien abductions, the Drake equation, UFO sightings, and conspiracy theories like Area 51. Astrobiology enthusiasts will enjoy this informative book." --Booklist
"Both the text and the detailed illustrations offer a sense of the huge scale of the universe... A well-constructed, fact-filled look at the ongoing search for outer-space life." --Kirkus
"Packs a wealth of information about the complexities of space and the possibility of life beyond Earth... You'll wow your friends and family with the otherworldly tidbits you discover." -- Time for Kids
