Book Series · 9 Books

Our Universe Books

In order from Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years to Venus! Fierce and Fabulous.

The Our Universe series is a set of 9 picture books by Stacy McAnulty, published between 2017 and 2026. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 40 pages.

About the series

What's Our Universe About?

Nine humorous nonfiction picture books in which planets, the Moon, the Sun, the ocean, and the solar system tell young readers their own stories.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1797

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years

By Stacy McAnulty, David Litchfield (Illustrator)

The story of the Earth's life, from its birth to the present day.

40 pages· 512 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

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Hardcover

Summary: Meet Earth, your guide through her own epic tale! From her fiery beginnings to the bustling present, Earth shares her story with humor and fascinating facts. Dive into a journey across billions of years, uncovering secrets and wonders of our planet. What mysteries will Earth reveal about her past and future?

In reading order

Our Universe Series

9 books · Published 2017–2026

#1 in Series

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$1797

Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

The story of the Earth's life, from its birth to the present day.

#2 in Series

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$1797

Sun! One in a Billion

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

The story of the Sun and its importance to the Earth and the solar system.

#3 in Series

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$1899

Moon! Earth's Best Friend

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

The story of the Moon and its relationship with Earth.

#4 in Series

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$1899

Ocean! Waves for All

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Discover the ocean's secrets and history through its own voice.

#5 in Series

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$1899

Mars! Earthlings Welcome

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2021

A planet invites humans to visit and explore its surface.

#6 in Series

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$1797

Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Earth needs your help to slow climate change. Can you save your home?

#7 in Series

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$1797

Pluto! Not a Planet? Not a Problem!

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Pluto shares its unique journey from discovery to dwarf planet status.

Our Solar System! A Stellar Neighborhood

#8 in Series

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$1797

Our Solar System! A Stellar Neighborhood

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

Join a comet's journey through the solar system, meeting planets and more.

#9 in Series

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$1797

Venus! Fierce and Fabulous

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

Uncover Venus's secrets as she reveals her unique charm and cosmic quirks.

Companion series

Our Little Universe Series

2 books · Published 2025–2026

#1 in Series

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$1248

3 2 1 to the Moon!

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2025

Join a cosmic countdown with Moon, exploring numbers and phases in an interactive adventure.

#2 in Series

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$1248

ABCD... Earth!

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2026

Explore Earth's alphabetic adventure with a spinning globe and interactive fun.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Our Universe series?

There are 9 books in the Our Universe series. It began with Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years in 2017, and the newest book, Venus! Fierce and Fabulous, was published in 2026.