Books About Zero Gravity

The Best Zero Gravity Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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Looking for excellent children's books about zero gravity? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

How to Eat in Space
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Our 4 Favorite Books About Zero Gravity

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

How to Eat in Space

Eating in space is tricky—no gravity, no crumbs, no mess!

40 pages· 1,193 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 172 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Discover the quirky challenges of dining in space, where gravity is absent and crumbs are a menace. Learn how astronauts manage meals without kitchens or plates, and why cleaning up is crucial. This playful journey reveals the surprising realities of life aboard a space station, complete with fascinating facts and real astronaut photos. Can you master the art of eating like an astronaut?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

On the Space Station

By Carron Brown, Bee Johnson (Illustrator) · Shine-a-Light series

Explore life on a space station through interactive pages revealing astronauts' daily routines.

36 pages· 913 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 135 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Embark on a cosmic journey as you uncover the hidden world of astronauts aboard a space station. Discover their daily routines, from meals to exercise, through interactive pages that reveal secrets with a simple light. Follow the crew from lift-off to touch-down, experiencing the thrill of space exploration. What mysteries will you unveil as you shine a light on their extraordinary lives?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Packing for Mars for Kids

Discover the bizarre and hilarious realities of life in space, from floating to bathroom challenges.

144 pages· 16,893 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 316 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Discover the strange and often gross realities of space travel with Mary Roach's young readers adaptation. Dive into the mysteries of weightlessness, space food, and the challenges astronauts face, like vomiting in helmets and the truth about space showers. With firsthand experiences and thorough research, this book answers the questions kids are dying to ask about life beyond Earth. Will you find out if farts are truly deadly in space? Perfect for curious middle graders, this journey into the cosmos is both educational and entertaining.
Picture Book · Ages 10–13 · 2008

Astronauts

Discover the journey to becoming a star sailor.

48 pages· 3,566 words· Est. 28 min read-aloud
2.5/5 Goodreads · 4 ratings
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Summary: Embark on a vivid journey through the cosmos as you explore what it takes to become an astronaut. This graphic novel-style adventure reveals the rigorous path and thrilling challenges faced by those who dare to venture beyond Earth. With dynamic illustrations and engaging dialogue, uncover the secrets of the stars and the determination required to join the ranks of legendary space explorers. Will you have what it takes to reach the final frontier?
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