80 Books Like New View of the Moon 2

Much of my life’s work has focused on integrating planetary science into the geology curriculum and translating its rigorous scientific findings for public consumption. Experience has taught me that geologic methods and concepts are the most useful way to explore and understand extraterrestrial objects. Moreover, although only a modest number of geologists actually work in planetary science, ongoing planetary exploration has proved to be a powerful means of motivating the next generation of scientists and engineers.

Much of my life’s work has focused on integrating planetary science into the geology curriculum and translating its rigorous scientific findings for public consumption. Experience has taught me that geologic methods and concepts are the most useful way to explore and understand extraterrestrial objects. Moreover, although only a modest number of geologists actually work in planetary science, ongoing planetary exploration has proved to be a powerful means of motivating the next generation of scientists and engineers.

Much of my life’s work has focused on integrating planetary science into the geology curriculum and translating its rigorous scientific findings for public consumption. Experience has taught me that geologic methods and concepts are the most useful way to explore and understand extraterrestrial objects. Moreover, although only a modest number of geologists actually work in planetary science, ongoing planetary exploration has proved to be a powerful means of motivating the next generation of scientists and engineers.

Much of my life’s work has focused on integrating planetary science into the geology curriculum and translating its rigorous scientific findings for public consumption. Experience has taught me that geologic methods and concepts are the most useful way to explore and understand extraterrestrial objects. Moreover, although only a modest number of geologists actually work in planetary science, ongoing planetary exploration has proved to be a powerful means of motivating the next generation of scientists and engineers.

I am a nurse, mother, and writer, and as such, consider myself a life-learner. When my children come to me with questions, I love being able to grab a beautiful picture book to begin exploring whatever topic is on their minds. I can’t answer all their questions perfectly, but I enjoy searching for the answers with them and hope to impart that love of learning as they grow. Astronomy has always fascinated me, and the books I’ve picked do a fantastic job of discussing everything from gravity to aliens to the first African-American female in space. I hope you enjoy these books as much as I have!

My books may never be a child’s favorite nighty-night story, but I think they offer fresh minds opportunities to visit some unusual places. There are goblins in the forest; so let’s go there together, in delight, holding hands. My poems and illustrations have been featured in numerous books and magazines and honored by the National  Council of Teachers of English and the Society of Illustrators. I live with my youngest son in upstate New York, in a house filled with bikes and balls, color, and music.

As a writer, I’m especially fascinated by plants and animals that no one loves. My books are intended to get kids excited about science and help them appreciate the wonders of the natural world. Many years of fieldwork, leading children on nature walks, have given me firsthand experience in introducing students to the terrors and joys of nature. I especially enjoy the beauties of the night, from fireflies to coyote howls to star-gazing!

I usually enjoy painting pictures for storybooks about nature I know, so it was a treat to depict an imaginary place that I’ve never actually seen! I was so inspired to illustrate Mary’s story about the moon, as I could focus on creating an other-worldly atmosphere, adding to the drama that could have happened anywhere. The story focuses on Molly and her family moving to the moon and includes scientific facts about how gravity would impact their everyday life. I used Mary’s knowledge as reference to underpin the imaginative side of my process. Painting the inside of a moon module enabled me to use textures, colours, and lighting in such a fun, expressive way!

I'm a writer and poet who loved reading books set in fantasy worlds like Narnia as a child. When I began writing for children, I realised my own magical experiences had been on family trips to India, where goddesses and temples, palaces swarming with monkeys, ice-capped mountains, and elephant rides were part of everyday life. The term ‘magic realism’ seemed to better fit my own fantasy world, Indica. Here, elemental magic is rooted in the myths and culture of young hero Minou Moonshine, expanding her experiences and guiding the search for her destiny. The children’s books I've chosen also contain supernatural and magical elements which are intrinsic to the protagonist’s world – no wardrobe needed!

I'm a British writer of children’s books and poetry. The books I've chosen are picture books with vibrant illustrations, instantly pulling the reader into the story. The fascination children have with the sky, the planets, and stars, I discovered with my own children, and now my grandchildren, who gaze, star-struck, at the moon through the windows and doorways. As an ex-teacher I've found that books with a story will appeal to children who are discovering cultures other than their own. There are many picture books with sun and moon stories like the one in Chandra’s Magic Light, and I've chosen those I find particularly appealing, as a mother, grandmother, and teacher.