{"product_id":"knowledge-encyclopedia-space-dk-hardback-ages-9-12","title":"Knowledge Encyclopedia Space: The Universe as You've Never Seen It Before by DK - Ages 9-12 - Hardback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9780241446676\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: DK Children (Dorling Kindersley)\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: 9-12 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nKnowledge Encyclopedia Space! takes young astronomers on a dazzling journey through the cosmos, from the Big Bang to the latest discoveries on Mars. Combining striking 3D CGI imagery with clear, expert-checked text, this fully updated hardback edition from DK reveals the inner workings of stars, planets, galaxies and spacecraft in unprecedented detail. Ideal for curious 9-12 year olds, it turns complex science into an accessible, awe-inspiring adventure that families, classrooms and home libraries will return to again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis 208-page hardback is part of DK's celebrated Knowledge Encyclopedia series, renowned for pairing rigorous, expert-reviewed content with breathtaking visuals. Rather than dense blocks of text, the book is built around richly detailed cutaways, cross-sections, infographics and photographs that let readers see exactly how a rocket launches, what lies inside a black hole, or how the International Space Station keeps astronauts alive. Chapters guide young readers from our own Solar System out to the furthest reaches of the observable universe, covering eclipses, active galaxies, the birth and death of stars, and cutting-edge space exploration missions. The structure is deliberately flexible: children can dip in for a few pages at a time, follow their own curiosity, and pause to absorb facts without needing to read cover to cover. Short, punchy captions sit alongside longer explanatory text, so the book works equally well for confident independent readers and for children who prefer to explore the pictures first. Every spread has been checked by educational consultants to ensure the science is accurate and pitched at the right level for the 9-12 age group, making it a dependable resource for school projects as well as pleasure reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines detailed 3D CGI artwork with real photography for a vivid view of space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers everything from the Big Bang to the latest Mars discoveries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert-checked, age-appropriate text for confident and reluctant readers alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible, dip-in-and-out structure suits bedtime reading, homework help and quiet browsing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable hardback binding designed to withstand frequent handling at home or in the classroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes a memorable gift for any budding scientist or young astronomer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPublished by DK, one of the world's leading illustrated non-fiction publishers, this title is created by DK's in-house team of writers, editors and designers, working alongside space and astronomy specialists and educational consultants. DK has built its reputation on clear, visually led explanations that make complex subjects genuinely engaging for children, and its Knowledge Encyclopedia series is trusted by parents, teachers and librarians worldwide for combining editorial accuracy with striking design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Encyclopedia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPacked with jaw-dropping imagery and fascinating facts, this book turns abstract space science into something children can actually picture and understand. It's the kind of reference that gets picked up again and again, sparking a lasting love of astronomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover shown is the UK edition; ISBN and cover artwork may vary slightly from images shown, but the content matches the ISBN listed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54854826361214,"sku":"SNG17091","price":99.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/knowledge-encyclopedia-space-dk-hardback-cover.jpg?v=1784350139","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/knowledge-encyclopedia-space-dk-hardback-ages-9-12","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}