Starstruck
The Cosmic Journey of Neil DeGrasse Tyson
- Paperback
40 pages
- Release Date
1 December 2020
Summary
A picture-book biography about science superstar Neil deGrasse Tyson, the groundbreaking American astrophysicist whose work has inspired a generation of young scientists and astronomers to reach for the stars! Perfect for STEM curricula and readers of all ages.
Young Neil deGrasse Tyson was starstruck when he first visited the sky theater at the Hayden Planetarium in New York City. He couldn’t believe the crowded, glittering night sky at the planetarium was real–until a visit to the c…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780399550270 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0399550275 |
| Author: | Kathleen Krull |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Random House USA Children's Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 1 December 2020 |
| Weight: | 220g |
| Dimensions: | 279mm x 216mm |
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Critics Review
“A stellar biography for young readers who have their eyes on the stars.” —School Library Journal, starred review
“An informative and entertaining title for aspiring young scientists.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Inspirational and informative, this will make a popular addition to biography and STEM collections.” —Booklist
“This uplifting biography captures its subject’s relatability, natural curiosity, and infectious enthusiasm for science.” —Publishers Weekly
“Krull distills Tyson’s infectiousness for a picture book audience” —The Bulletin
About The Author
Kathleen Krull
Kathleen Krull is an award-winning author of a number of highly praised nonfiction books for children, including The Boy Who Invented TV and the Lives Of series. She lives in San Diego.
Paul Brewer has collaborated with his wife, Kathleen Krull, on several books for children. He lives in San Diego.
Frank Morrison has illustrated more than twenty children’s books, including the Coretta Scott King-John Steptoe Award winner Jazzy Miz Mozetta and the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book Little Melba and Her Big Trombone. He lives in Atlanta.
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