By Tim Peake (author) Part of the The Cosmic Diary Of series
"Space and the universe explained and some really big questions answered"
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I’m happy to admit that my mind boggles when I think about the universe, its size, its age … and that’s before we even get onto cosmic inflation. Which is why I enjoyed this book so much.
In the form of the diary of the universe, and in the starry company of astronaut Tim Peake, the book helps us understand those really big ideas. It starts with the Big Bang 3.8 billion years ago and carries on, as stars form, supernova come into existence, and life begins on this rocky little planet. The amount of information packed in is extraordinary, and it’s carefully explained so that we can all get our heads round it, even particle physics.
The addition of bold, bright diagrams, charts and illustrations all helps too. Such is the tone and the approach, readers will genuinely feel that Tim Peake is there at their side and his afterword will inspire them to see themselves differently, and to determine to keep on finding new things out. Readers, we have nothing to lose but our boggles!
Told through the fascinating 'diary' of the Universe itself, along with astronaut Tim Peake and a host of expert space STEM characters, this book takes children on a mind-blowing adventure to understand some of the REALLY BIG QUESTIONS about how our incredible universe came to be.
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How old is the universe? How hot was the Big Bang? How are stars made? What happens when galaxies collide? What is a Black Hole? Would you like to eat Cosmic Soup? (Answer: No) Does extra-terrestrial life exist? What is the future of Planet Earth? Will humans ever live on another planet?
The fascinating science behind some of these questions is explaining by STEM characters who occupy key space jobs - the space geologist, the cosmologist, the quantum physicist, the astronomer, and of course, the astronaut - who distil complex subjects with humour and playfulness, appealing to a kids hungry to know more about space, the universe and our place in it.
Tim Peake was the first British ESA astronaut to visit the International Space Station. He is also a best-selling author and an inspirational communicator of science to audiences of all ages. Tim served as an army officer and a combat search and rescue instructor, and flew helicopter operations. Tim was selected as an ESA astronaut in May 2009 and after arduous training Tim was assigned to a mission to the International Space Station in May 2013. He launched to space on 15 December 2015. Tim took part in over 250 scientific experiments during his mission. His Principia mission also focused on educational outreach, engaging more than 2 million schoolchildren across Europe in over 30 projects during his time in space. Tim's bestselling books include: Hello, is this planet Earth? (Century, 2016) Ask An Astronaut (Century, 2017) and The Astronaut Selection Test Book (Century, 2018)
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Told through the fascinating 'diary' of the Universe itself, along with astronaut Tim Peake and a host of expert space STEM characters, this book takes children on a mind-blowing adventure to understand some of the REALLY BIG QUESTIONS about how our incredible universe came to be. How old is the universe?
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Cosmic Diary of our Incredible Universe and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
The Cosmic Diary of our Incredible Universe features in the following genres: Featured Books for 9+ readers, Recommendations, Science, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Space, The Natural World, Featured Books for 11+ readers
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The Cosmic Diary of our Incredible Universe was written by Tim Peake and published by Wren & Rook an imprint of Hachette Children's Group
The Cosmic Diary of our Incredible Universe has 223 pages
Yes it is part of The Cosmic Diary Of series
£8.99, reduced from £9.99. In Stock.
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