Sant Jordi is coming and from Montsec Astronomical Park we want to recommend a series of children’s books about astronomy, with the aim of bringing the world of the universe closer to the little ones at home.
Because astronomy can be a very fun and exciting game! Discover our selection of 7 astronomy books for girls.
1. ‘THE SECRET KEY TO THE UNIVERSE: A WONDERFUL ADVENTURE IN THE COSMOS’ BY LUCY HAWKING
The daughter of the great Stephen Hawking wrote a book to inspire children to discover the world of science and astronomy. A children’s book that was a true bestseller tells the story of George and his family as you discover the secrets of the universe.
An enjoyable read adapted in simple language for children over 9 years old with the aim of facilitating the learning of this science through a novel.
2. ‘LOOK AT THE SKY’ BY JOSÉ RAMÓN ALONSO
A book for children from 5 years of age that can become one of the first contacts of boys and girls with the world of astronomy, From detailed and spectacular illustrations the little ones can discover the universe as well as plants , the moons, the others or other very interesting facts such as who discovered the telescope.
3. ‘THE UNIVERSE IN YOUR HANDS’ BY SONIA FERNÁNDEZ VIDAL
This book allows boys and girls to answer many of the questions that can be asked about space and astronomy. All through an endearing adventure with a girl as protagonist who is looking for her grandfather, a scientist who has mysteriously disappeared.
4. ‘THE EARTH AND THE SKY’
It is an ideal interactive book for the little ones, recommended for children between 3 and 5 years old. It is very fun, has animations and flaps where children will discover the mysteries of the solar system. It is a simple, fun and very didactic book, perfect for the little ones in the house.
5. ‘ASTRONAUTIC: SCIENCE EXPLAINED TO THE LITTLE ONES’ BY CARLOS PAZOS
This book introduces children to topics such as gravity, orbits and types of spaceships through simple, easy-to-read explanations. A book recommended for boys and girls from 7 years of age which, as its title indicates, tells the story of science and astronomy through space travel, so that the little ones can understand it and with a fun tone.
6. ‘THE BIG BOOK OF SPACE’ BY ANNE-SOPHIE BAUMANN
This book could be considered the most detailed children’s encyclopedia in the space. Intended for children from 8 years of age, this book details in a shocking way and with very realistic images the
7. ‘GUIDE TO OBSERVING THE FIRMING’ BY STUART ATKINSON
This is a very practical book where the little ones will learn to identify the constellations and to differentiate the stars from the planets. It has a very interesting bonus that other sky guides for children do not have, and that is that it also explains the Greek myths related to each constellation.