The Sun Is Kind of a Big Deal

Written & illustrated by Nick Seluk

Part of the Kind of a Big Deal series

Discover the Sun's vital role in our solar system with humor and facts.

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40 pages· 1,365 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Meet the Sun, the tireless star keeping our solar system in harmony. Through comic-style art and witty commentary from planets, explore how the Sun gives us day, night, warmth, and life itself. Why is it the center of attention? Find out in this engaging and educational journey that reveals the Sun's essential duties and cosmic charm. Will Earth ever be satisfied with the Sun's efforts? Can Jupiter get that autograph? Dive into this delightful tale to uncover the answers and more.

From the publisher

Oh hey, guess what? The Sun never stops working to keep things on Earth running smoothly. (That’s why it’s been Employee of the Month for 4.5 billion years.) So why does the Sun get to be the center of attention? Because it’s our solar system’s very own star! This funny and factual picture book from Awkward Yeti creator Nick Seluk explains every part of the Sun’s big job: keeping our solar system together, giving Earth day and night, keeping us warm, and more. In fact, the Sun does so much for us that we wouldn’t be alive without it. That’s kind of a big deal. Each spread features bite-sized text and comic-style art with sidebars sprinkled throughout. Anthropomorphized planets (and Pluto) chime in with commentary as readers learn about the Sun. For instance, Mars found someone’s rover. Earth wants the Sun to do more stuff for it. And Jupiter just wants the Sun’s autograph. Funny, smart, and accessible, The Sun Is Kind of a Big Deal is a must-have!

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