Me and My Place in Space
Sale price
$1208
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1998 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

Me and My Place in Space

By Joan Sweeney, Christine Gore (Illustrator)

Part of the Me series

Explore the solar system with a young astronaut's cosmic journey.

3.9/5 Goodreads · 233 ratings
32 pages· 401 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
$12.99Save 7%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

Join a young astronaut on an exciting journey through the solar system, starting from Earth and venturing past planets to the stars. Discover answers to simple questions about our universe with vibrant illustrations and engaging details. This captivating adventure introduces budding astronomers to the wonders of space, making complex concepts accessible and fun. Will you find your place among the stars?

From the publisher

Where am I in the solar system? A beloved bestseller, now refreshed with new art from Christine Gore, that will help children discover their place in the Milky Way. Where is the earth? Where is the sun? Where are the stars? Now with new art by Christine Gore, here is an out-of-this world introduction to the universe for children. With Earth as a starting point, a young astronaut leads readers on a tour past each planet and on to the stars, answering simple questions about our solar system. In clear language, drawings, and diagrams, space unfolds before a child’s eyes. Colorful illustrations, filled with fun detail, give children a lot to look for on every page, and a glossary helps reinforce new words and concepts. A terrific teaching tool, Me and My Place in Space is an easy and enjoyable way to introduce the concept of space to budding astronomers.

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
401
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
570L
Themes & topics
Books about technologyBooks about seasonsBooks about geographyBooks about the Solar SystemBooks about science and nature
For readers who can't stop at one

The next favorite is already out there.

Age-appropriate books selected to help their love of reading grow, delivered right to their door.

Find their book club
Bookroo club box with books for growing readers
More from the creator

More from these creatives

Explore Joan's bookshelf
Me on the Map
Series
Sale price
$1200

Me on the Map

Ages 6–8 · 1996

Me and My Senses

Ages 5–8 · 2003
The series

The Me series

See the whole series

Me Counting Time

Ages 3–7 · 2000

Me and the Measure of Things

Ages 3–7 · 2001
Your next read

Books that feel like this one

See all similar books

On Earth

Ages 5–8 · 2005

The Sun

Ages 4–8 · 1961

Is a Blue Whale the Biggest Thing There Is?

Ages 7–10 · 1993

Do Frogs Drink Hot Chocolate?

Ages 4–8 · 2018

Earthrise

Ages 4–8 · 2018

Gravity

Ages 5–8 · 2014

Warbler Wave

Ages 4–8 · 2018

When Sparks Fly

Ages 4–8 · 2018
The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.7
F&P level
~O
Publication
Published
September 18, 2018
First published
January 1, 1998
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781524773632

Surprise a reader with their next favorite book.

Spotted a mistake or something missing? Improve this page.

Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.

Top contributors: Literary Leslie

Bookroo

Book Clubs

Follow Bookroo