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Jack Blasts Off!

Submitted by Grayson B. on Mon, 2024-05-13 16:20

Jack the rabbit is sent packing on a one-way trip to outer space, where he eats snacks and meets an alien named Zip. Jack’s wacky and hilarious journey to a far-off moon will delight beginning readers. Recommended for ages 5–8.

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Jack Blasts Off!

Mac Barnett

(Juvenile Early Readers – J–ER Bar)

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The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian: The Fuzzy Apocalypse

Submitted by Grayson B. on Mon, 2024-05-13 16:20

A young troop of interstellar space scouts (and their robot) land on a new planet and must face a mind-reading alien named Doug and learn the truth behind the evil, fluffy bunny that threatens to blow up the world. Young science fiction fans will enjoy this adventure that’s like Star Trek for kids. Recommended for ages 7–10.

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The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian: The Fuzzy Apocalypse

Jonathan Messinger

(Juvenile First Chapter Books – J–FC Messing)

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Life on Mars

Submitted by Grayson B. on Mon, 2024-05-13 16:14

Join a young astronaut as he explores Mars, hoping to find signs of life. He even brought chocolate cupcakes to share! Children will enjoy the funny cartoon logic as the oblivious astronaut gets lost and fails to see a creature following right behind him. Recommended for ages 4–8.

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Life on Mars

Jon Agee

(Juvenile Picture Books – Ej Age)

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Space Boy and the Space Pirate

Submitted by Grayson B. on Mon, 2024-05-13 16:13

When young Niko and his dog Tag see his cousin and his sister playing with dolls near his cardboard spaceship, Niko must blast off and embark on an intergalactic rescue mission to the planet Zorg, home of the space pirates! Comic book style illustrations and witty narration combine Niko’s vivid imagination with the real world antics between siblings! Recommended for ages 4–7.

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Space Boy and the Space Pirate

Dian Curtis Regan

(Juvenile Picture Books – Ej Reg)

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Good Night, Oppy!

Submitted by Grayson B. on Mon, 2024-05-13 16:05

Opportunity (Oppy, for short) is a Mars rover whose job as an interplanetary detective leads him to make groundbreaking discoveries and face life-threatening challenges! This fictionalized account of the NASA rover is perfect for providing a charming read aloud for children. Recommended for ages 6–8.

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Good Night, Oppy!

James McGowan

(Juvenile Picture Books – Ej Mcg)

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Hush, Little Rocket

Submitted by Grayson B. on Mon, 2024-05-13 16:04

A little rocket zooms through our solar system, passing by each planet on its flight home to its launchpad. Smiling planets and moons welcome the youngest astronauts-in-training to learn about outer space. Set to the tune of Hush, Little Baby. Recommended for ages 1–4.

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Hush, Little Rocket

Mo O'Hara

(Juvenile Picture Books – Ej Oha)

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Meanwhile Back on Earth...: Finding Our Place Through Time and Space

Submitted by Grayson B. on Mon, 2024-05-13 16:02

A family car trip becomes a fantastic voyage through time and space! Humanity’s never-ending conflict over territory is compared to siblings fighting for space in the backseat, and Earth’s mind-bending distance from other planets makes an hour’s ride in the car seem tiny. Readers will gain a new perspective on home after reading this philosophical picture book. Recommended for ages 7–9.

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Meanwhile Back on Earth...: Finding Our Place Through Time and Space

Oliver Jeffers

(Juvenile Picture Books – Ej Jef)

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Pete the Cat: Out of This World!

Submitted by Grayson B. on Mon, 2024-05-13 15:42

Jam on with Pete the Cat as he goes to space camp and visits the moon! This playful adventure introduces readers to the training real astronauts undergo while staying true to the silliness we know and love from Pete the Cat. Recommended for ages 3–6.

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Pete the Cat: Out of This World!

James Dean

(Juvenile Picture Books – Ej Pete Dea)

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U is for Universe

Submitted by Grayson B. on Mon, 2024-05-13 15:28

A colorful and scientifically-accurate alphabet book to teach your toddler their ABCs, as well as concepts from across the universe. Includes a glossary at the end for caregivers and toddlers who want to learn more about each concept. Recommended for ages birth–3.

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U is for Universe

Greg Paprocki

(Juvenile Board Books – Board Book)

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I Sang You Down from the Stars

Submitted by kreganwyant on Mon, 2024-01-22 13:02

A heartwarming story about an Indigenous mother preparing for her baby’s arrival by collecting items for a sacred medicine bundle. Recommended for ages 3–7.

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I Sang You Down from the Stars

Tasha Spillett-Sumner

Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Spi

A heartwarming story about an Indigenous mother preparing for her baby’s arrival by collecting items for a sacred medicine bundle. Recommended for ages 3–7.