Space adventures
By Scottish Book Trust
Space adventures
By Scottish Book Trust
Enjoy an out of this world children's book as we shoot off into space in this space-tacular list of reading recommendations. Boldly go where no reader has ever been before and use the books below to explore our universe and beyond.
On a Sunbeam
Tillie Walden
£29.99 £28.49This beautifully illustrated graphic novel follows a group of young builders who travel through the galaxy to fix unwanted buildings back to a past version of what they once were. When new member Mia joins the crew, she is constantly reminded of a year at boarding school and a relationship that changed her life. Can she fix what was lost?
The Infinity Files
S.M. Wilson
£7.99 £7.59Ash Yang has always wanted to be a starfighter pilot, but when she fails her test she winds up with a much more important job - the most important job in the universe! Now, she must travel through galaxies as the last barrier between war and peace. With her new skills will she be able to save the planet that's most important to her - her home?
Suzy Orbit, Astronaut
Ruth Quayle and Jez Tuya
£7.99 £7.59This picture book follows Suzy Orbit and Captain Gizmo who receive news that aliens are near their space station. No matter what they do, problems follow them - Gizmo's suit is too small, there's no batteries for the space pod, and it feels like time is against them! It's time for Suzy to put her engineering skills to the test.
Orion Lost
Alastair Chisholm
£7.99 £7.59This fantastic adventure novel set in deep space is sure to inspire an interest in science and technology. The story centres on a group of teenagers who suddenly find themselves in charge of a starship. Full of nail-biting twists and turns, the children grapple with aliens, futuristic technology and AI to save themselves and their families.
Rok Of The Reds
Alan Grant, John Wagner, et al.
£18.99The perfect blend of sci-fi and football meet in this glorious graphic novel by John Wagner, Alan Grant and Dan Cornwell. Shortlisted for the 2020 Scottish Teenage Book Prize, this is the perfect read for any football fan. When odious Kyle Dixon is replaced by alien Rok of Arkadi, all seems lost for lowly Radford Reds. Or it this just the beginning?
The Wintertime Paradox: Festive Stories from the World of Doctor Who
Dave Rudden
£16.99 £16.14A collection of wintry Sci-fi tales, this book is perfect for Doctor Who fans. With short stories exploring murder in 1909 to a stranger at the door in Dublin, this collection is sure to hold something for everyone. Time travel with the Doctor to new and unique adventures.
The Loneliest Girl in the Universe
Lauren James
£8.99 £8.54Romy Silvers is the only surviving crew member of a spaceship travelling to a new planet, on a mission to establish a second home for humanity. When a new ship is launched containing just J, there is hope for Romy. A gripping romantic thriller, this book will have you on the edge of your seat.
Space on Earth
Sheila Kanani and Del Thorpe
£7.99We have probably all looked up at the night sky and thought about space, but what many don't realise is that there is more space on Earth than we realise. In this gripping read, Sheila Kanani will open your eyes to space all around us. You will feel awe and wonder at our Earth, as well as at the universe it sits in.
How to be an Astronaut and Other Space Jobs
Dr Sheila Kanani and Sol Linero
£7.99 £7.59This engaging book explores not only what it takes to be an astronaut, but a range of other space jobs and the amazing people that help get an astronaut into space. Answering key questions 'like what is space?' and 'what do astronauts actually do?'
Space Explorers: 25 extraordinary stories of space exploration and adventure
Libby Jackson and Leonard Dupond
£9.99A collection of amazing real-life stories about space exploration and adventure. In this beautifully illustrated anthology, spaceflight expert, Libby Jackson, reveals the very best true stories of humankind's thrilling journey to the stars. This book is perfect for sharing with any keen space explorer!
Is There Anybody Out There?
Dara O Briain
£12.99 £12.34Is There Anybody Out There? provides the perfect mix of fact and fiction to answer all those space questions that have been floating around: how was the earth created? Will we ever meet aliens? Humorous and entertaining, this book is perfect for readers just starting on their space odyssey.
The Skies Above My Eyes
Charlotte Guillain and Yuval Zommer
£16.99 £16.14This wonderful non-fiction book folds and opens out to take its reader on a magical journey through space. Filled with important and interesting facts, this book if perfect for those who enjoy an immersive and tactile reading experience.
My Life as a Cat
Carlie Sorosiak
£7.99 £7.59When an alien arrives on Earth as a cat, they have a lot to learn, and only a limited time before they need to meet the ship to return home! This is a funny and touching book which is full of surprises.
Rocketmole
Matt Carr
£6.99 £6.64Humans aren't the only ones who dream of going to space! In this picture book we see a mole who plans an adventure to the moon and what happens when he gets there.
Look Up!
Nathan Bryon and Dapo Adeola
£7.99 £7.59A heart-warming picture book about a girl called Rocket who wants to share her love of space with her family and community.
The World's Most Magnificent Machines
David (Author) Long and Simon Tyler
£20.00 £19.00This fantastic non-fiction text includes profiles of a range of impressive vehicles, including important space transportation like Saturn V and the Lunar Rover.