Animals in the Sky

Animals in the Sky by Sara Gillingham is an illustrated board book published by Phaidon Press on March 18, 2020. This 32-page book serves as a visually engaging introduction to constellations for young readers, specifically designed for ages 2 to 4. It presents six of the most recognizable animal constellations, guiding children through a series of read-aloud clues that encourage them to guess the animal represented by each constellation.
Readers will find that each constellation is depicted as a cluster of stars, with a connected-line shape that enhances the learning experience. A full animal illustration gatefold reveals the answer, providing additional information about the constellation and its significant stars. This book combines elements of science and nature, making it a suitable choice for early astronomy exploration and bedtime stargazing.
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A graphically stunning introduction to constellations for the youngest readers, following the meteoric rise of global bestseller Seeing Stars
This stylish, informative board book helps younger children identify six of the most recognizable animal constellations from The Great Bear to the The Southern Fish. Each constellation is introduced as a cluster of stars with its connected-line shape; readers then guess the animal through a series of read-aloud clues. A full animal illustration gatefold reveals the answer, accompanied by extra information about the constellation and its important stars. Perfect for bedtime stargazing!
Ages 2-4
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