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Toddler’s Books About Space to Expand Their Imagination out of This World in 2019

Space, where no kid has gone before, until now.

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Space, the final frontier. Where no man has ever gone before and where many kids dream of going right now. Was it not always one of the more popular fantasies ever for kids to grow up to become astronauts? To explore and see that which little few have ever seen? Well, it still is.

The exploration of space is something that stimulates so much of our collective imaginations because literally, anything is possible, and who’s got the most imagination of them all? Kids, of course. Entertain their minds by letting them read these exciting toddler books about space.

#1 Mermaids on Mars (Kids) by Nancy Guettier

Mermaids on Mars (Kids) by Nancy Guettier
Once upon a time, mermaids ruled Mars. A long time ago, Mars offered an environment that allowed mermaids to thrive. They loved splashing around in the crater pools all day long without a care in the world. All that splashing used up Mars’ water supply. The mermaids took a rocket ship to Earth, where they moved into our oceans. In this book, they teach kids how to conserve water. Mermaids On Mars won the Best New Children’s Book at theHollywood Book Festival in 2013

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#2 Circus In The Sky (Kids) by Nancy Guettier

Circus In The Sky (Kids) by Nancy Guettier
The greatest show is about to begin, and this we can’t deny. The 88 constellations patiently await and if you watch closely you will appreciate the brightest acts. You will be amazed, just stop and look up at the sky and gaze. Circus In The Sky is a beautiful poetic story educating children on the wonders and mysteries of the night sky. This story shares the greek myths of a few of the 88 constellations through the eyes of a boy named Julian who believes he is the ring master of the Circus in the Sky. Dance with the Seven Sisters, watch Pegasus take flight in this magical journey of discovery of the night sky.

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#3 Haley-Ann the Alien by Brian Bird

Haley-Ann the Alien by Brian Bird
Do you believe in UFOs and Haley-Anns? From far beyond, in deepest space, Haley-Ann the alien, lived in a lonely place. This gave her an idea to go in search of a friend, Upon finding planet Earth, she decides to descend. Humphrey appears just as the morning sun rises, who soon discovers that Haley-Ann is full of surprises!

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#4 Alphabet Kids Go to the Planetarium by Isaac J. Kassin

Alphabet Kids Go to the Planetarium by Isaac J. Kassin
The Alphabet Kids make their first trip to a planetarium. They meet Dr. Blake, an astronomer, and learn about our Solar System, space travel, and much more!

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#5 8 Little Planets by Chris Ferrie

8 Little Planets by Chris Ferrie
This board book is the perfect introduction to the planets! Chris Ferrie is known for his Baby University books and has a great way of introducing fun to important topics. Kids will love the colour and lively illustrations, while they’re learning about space. There’s a reason this book was listed as the best Amazon book for 2018!

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#6 The Jelly Spacemen: Cruise to Earth by Sallie Moss

The Jelly Spacemen: Cruise to Earth by Sallie Moss
Hands up, who wants to go on a space holiday? Now, you can! Get on board the Jelly Cruiser with the fantastic four Jelly Spacemen and their guests as they whizz through space on their mystery tours across the galaxies. And look out–this time, they’re heading for Earth! Release the batter splatter and get ready for take-off.

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#7 Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years by Stacy McAnulty

Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years by Stacy McAnulty
Even though this picture book is a narrative non-fiction, the story and life Stacy McAnulty gives to planet earth feels too happy and energetic to be filled with facts. Earth is the first in the series, and you can now read about Moon and Sun, who have their own picture books. It’s the most fun in learning about space that kids can have, and they may not even realise how many facts they’re learning!

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#8 Hello, World! Solar System by Jill McDonald

Hello, World! Solar System by Jill McDonald
Using simple and easy-to-understand words, this book introduces space and the solar system effectively. The bold colours coupled with educational facts and helpful prompts will keep your child interested for hours. Furthermore, it is a board book which makes it sturdy and long-lasting. Make learning fun today!

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#9 Dizzy and Bones Moon Camp by A. D.Mills

Dizzy and Bones Moon Camp by A. D.Mills
Join Dizzy and Bones in meeting their new friend on a magical trip to the moon, using their imagination and helping you use yours. You will be amazed at what you will find.

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#10 Jude’s Moon (MJ Kids) by Nancy Guettier

Jude's Moon (MJ Kids) by Nancy Guettier
New Moon, Full Moon and the phases in between, Jude’s Moon is a delightful story of a little boys fascination with the moon and how it mysteriously changes shape. Jude loves how the moon and sun share the sky and turn night to day and day to night. He loves the moon so much he thinks it’s his moon. The moon becomes his best friend.

One day he noticed the moon was not round. He thought it looked like a Croissant. His Brother laughed and corrected him and told him it was a Cresent Moon. Jude was excited to learn more about how the moon changes shapes. Jude goes on his own exploration to find the answers and unlock the secret of the Phases of the Moon. The illustrations illuminate in an easy to understand way how the moon orbits earth and how the sun shine illuminates portions of the moon for us to see giving the appearance of the changing shapes. Kids and Parents will enjoy this story and it will inspire them to want to do additional research on the subject.

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#11 Ants in Space: Kweezy Capolza Tales by G J Griffiths

Ants in Space: Kweezy Capolza Tales by G J Griffiths
Would you like an adventure on another planet? This is just one of the questions Lara and her sister, Eva, must answer one sunny day in their garden. They wonder how will they return to Earth in time for lunch? And how will they get there when the aliens’ spaceship is so small? When it’s only big enough for ants!But their help is needed on the planet Zeegrazzalo-Jeewoppza so off they go – into the unknown. Their feelings of helplessness only start to fade after a flight across the planet’s Outerlands, in Kweezy Capolza’s hummingcraft. Maybe, just maybe, the sisters can find some solutions to the aliens’ problems. However, they think they might need their mother’s help and she is back on Earth!

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Contributors to this article
Dea Shandera Hunter from Nancylandkids

Janine Hornsby from Austin Macauley Publishers

Patrice Samara from Alphabet Kids

Brooke Van Sickle from Journey to KidLit

Janine Hornsby from Austin Macauley Publishers

Brooke Van Sickle from Journey to KidLit

Charlotte Ang from Rentalorry

Janine Hornsby from Austin Macauley Publishers

Dea Shandera Hunter from Nancylandkids

Janine Hornsby from Austin Macauley Publishers

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