Destination Uranus

Destination Uranus by Sally Spray is a graphic novel published by Hachette Children’s Group on April 13, 2023. This 32-page book offers a story-based approach to learning about our solar system, featuring the adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr. Bott. Readers will join the students on an expedition to Uranus, where they will engage in various activities, such as lifting rocks on moon Oberon and parachuting off icy cliffs on moon Miranda, while discovering what makes the planet blue and exploring its gassy atmosphere.

This edition combines bright illustrations with a humorous narrative, making it suitable for young readers aged 7 and up. The book includes interactive activities at the back, enhancing the learning experience about astronomy and space science. As part of the Space Station Academy series, it presents each celestial object through engaging stories, ensuring that children remain entertained while gaining key scientific knowledge. Collecting the full set of hardbacks will reveal an image of the solar system across the book spines, adding an element of curiosity and wonder to the reading experience.