“America’s funniest science writer” (Washington Post) asks the questions children ask in this young readers adaptation of her best-selling Packing for Mars. What is it like to float weightlessly in the air? What happens if you vomit in your helmet during a spacewalk? How do astronauts go to the bathroom? Is it true that they don’t shower? Can farts really be deadly in space? Best-selling Mary Roach has the answers. In this whip-smart, funny, and informative young readers adaptation of her best-selling Packing for Mars, Roach guides us through the irresistibly strange, frequently gross, and awe-inspiring realm of space travel and life without gravity. From flying on NASA’s Weightless Wonder to eating space food, Packing for Mars for Kids is chock-full of firs-hand experiences and thorough research. Roach has crafted an authoritative and accessible book that is perfectly pitched to inquiring middle grade readers.

“America’s funniest science writer” (Washington Post) explores the irresistibly strange universe of life without gravity in this New York Times bestseller. The best-selling author of Stiff and Bonk explores the irresistibly strange universe of space travel and life without gravity. From the Space Shuttle training toilet to a crash test of NASA’s new space capsule, Mary Roach takes us on the surreally entertaining trip into the science of life in space and space on Earth.

An Amazon Best-Seller! Kick-start your future genius! Tinker Toddlers is a series designed to introduce first nonfiction emerging STEM concepts to babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. 3-2-1.... BLAST-OFF! It's official! We are going to Mars! From the award-winning Tinker Toddlers series, Mars for Kids will take your budding astronomer on an amazing space adventure. Learn how Earth and Mars are similar, why we want to go to the red planet, and how it will be like when we get there. The colorful, beautiful, and visually stimulating illustrations encourage the child's sense of wonder, adventure, and curiosity (and might stimulate your senses too)! Told with 2 levels of learning: Level 1: Black text for baby basics Level 2: Purple text for early learning, those ready to read, and beyond Great addition to homeschool curriculum for preschoolers, kindergarten, or to any classroom library. Glossary to expand your learner's vocabulary and understanding with simple science definitions Stimulating questions and a prompted drawing activity for continued engagement Inviting font that is large, clear, and color-coordinated for easy digestion of material Other Astronomy, Computer Science and Technology Picture Books for Kids in the series: The Solar System for Kids ABCs of The Solar System and Beyond Neural Networks for Kids Machine Learning for Kids Artificial Intelligence for Kids ABCs of Machine Learning What readers say about Mars for Kids: "Informative Book - My son read this book and he enjoyed it. He liked the pictures and said he learned new facts about Mars. He spoke of the differences between Mars and Earth and is excited that "robots" are exploring the planet and sending information back to Earth. This is a good series for young readers." - Danie M. "Fun and educational book - kids love it! - Guess what? Humans are probably going to Mars in our children's' lifetimes. So this book is a great book to introduce kids to space. Cute art, good descriptions for kids to learn, and a nice glossary at the back too. My kids loved it." - Ashley "Clear, inviting, and fun to read! - What a lovely book! Although intended for toddlers, I learned quite a bit from it myself! I loved the simple but accurate explanations and the lovely illustrations! Everything is so clear and pleasant to the eyes. We need more books like this one!" - Tsila G. "Super Cool! - This book is amazing! My daughter is so into it and has learned so much! We got it for her at age 3 and its our frequent bed time story! She loves it! - Antonio

Learn about the Mars 2020 NASA launch with this incredible activity book for kids! Excited about the future of space travel? This book is packed with Mars Rover history and engaging content about both upcoming, and previous missions to the Red Planet. Written for kids ages 7-12+, there are plenty of fun activities such as word puzzles, hidden pictures, STEM/STEAM coloring pages, and fun step-by-step drawing tutorials. Travel through the solar system and learn incredible NASA facts, Mars trivia, and uncover the ancient Greek, Roman, and Egyptian history behind the early discovery of our closest planetary neighbor. With the next mission to Mars scheduled to launch in the summer of 2020, children and students can use this book to travel through space and time!

Children's books, are a great way for children to learn, about many and varied topics. With information and learning, about all kinds of topics, written in a fun way; children's books, are wonderful learning tools. A children's book about Mars, may contain information about the planet itself, structure, our history of exploration, and the findings from it. This, can help, to not only teach about space exploration with Mars. It can also, spark a general interest, in the exciting world, of space exploration too.

Blast off on a journey to Mars that will keep young readers on the edge of their seats as they follow two young kid astronauts, Neil and Kate, through an adventure full of mystery and excitement. Making history as the first kids to enter space, and the first humans to ever walk on Mars, Neil and Kate knew they were in for something big with their mission to find water on the Red Planet. It didn't take long, however, before they found themselves on an adventure of a lifetime that went beyond anyone's wildest imagination. Rocket Kids is a young reader chapter book series that parents will enjoy reading to their pre-readers just as much as older kids will enjoy reading on their own. Woven with interesting facts about space, science and technology, Rocket Kids will teach readers about the universe in a way that is both entertaining and easily absorbed. Prepare for liftoff, as Rocket Kids is sure to be a family favorite for years to come!

Has there ever been life on Mars? Will we be living there soon? HOW?! Discover the past, present, and future of the mysterious red planet in this beautiful non-fiction book for kids. The launch of Mars rovers by NASA, Europe, and China in 2020 will be the biggest science news of the year and will reveal more about Mars than ever before. Get ahead with this amazing new book, which explores the evidence for past life on Mars, what's happening there now, and what it might look like to one day live on the red planet. Discover incredible space technology, learn how to spot the planet in the night sky throughout the year, and find out if YOU'VE got what it takes to join the teams traveling to Mars in the coming years. Children will adore this essential guide to the red planet. Incredible images and fun illustrations will ignite their imagination and give them a fascinating insight into what the future might hold...