Meanwhile Back on Earth...
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Meanwhile Back on Earth...

Written by Oliver Jeffers

A father and his kids explore space, reflecting on Earth's history and unity.

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64 pages
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Bookroo's summary

Join a father and his children on a cosmic journey, where they gaze back at Earth and its tumultuous history. As they traverse the stars, they uncover a profound truth: the ties that unite us are stronger than the conflicts that divide. This enchanting tale offers a fresh perspective on our world, blending a history of Earth with a universal message of togetherness. Will they find what truly matters in the vastness of space? Discover a story that speaks to families everywhere, urging us to cherish our shared bonds.

From the publisher

A spectacular new picture book from the creator of international bestsellers Here We Are and What We’ll Build that will give readers perspective on our place in space. A father takes his two children on a thrilling out-of-this-world adventure into space and invites them to look back at Earth and the conflicts that have taken place since the beginning of time. This becomes a brief history of the world and a guide to the universe, told with Oliver Jeffers’s inimitable perspective, wit, and exquisite artwork. Meanwhile Back on Earth gives a unique look at life on Earth with a cosmic perspective–and an enduring message that what binds us together matters more than what sets us apart. A timely story for families everywhere.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
64
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD850L
Themes & topics
Books about flightBooks about historyBooks about journeys and voyagesBooks about outer spaceBooks about travel
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~5.4
F&P level
~T
Publication
Published
October 4, 2022
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780593621523

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