Max Goes to the Moon

By Jeffrey Bennett, Alan Okamoto (Illustrator)

Book #2 in the Science Adventures with Max the Dog series

A journey to the Moon unites Earth, sparking a global colony.

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32 pages· 5,427 words· Est. 42 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Max the Dog and Tori embark on a historic Moon mission, reigniting humanity's wonder and unity. Their adventure inspires nations to build a Moon colony, offering breathtaking views of Earth that remind everyone of its fragility. As they explore, they uncover scientific wonders, from lunar phases to the physics of space. This tale blends adventure with educational insights, inviting readers to discover the mysteries of the cosmos. Will their journey change how we see our world forever?

From the publisher

Winner of: 2013 Science Communication Award, American Institute of PhysicsMax the Dog and a young girl named Tori take the first trip to the Moon since the Apollo era, and their trip proves so inspiring to people back on Earth that all the nations of the world come together to build a great Moon colony. From the colony, the views of Earth make everyone realize how small and precious planet Earth is. Along the way, the story sets the stage for more sophisticated science, featured in the 19 “Big Kid Box” sidebars that have been fully updated in this new edition, which cover topics including “Phases of the Moon,” “Wings in Space?,” and “Frisbees and Curve Balls on the Moon”–all thoughtfully explained so that grown-ups and children can learn together about science. Behind-the-scenes science lessons with activities round out this entertaining and educational picture book, the new edition of which is designed to accompany the new Max Goes to the Moon planetarium show, coming soon to planetariums around the world.

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