Exploring the Wonders of Cosmos: A Space Science Book for Young Minds
Embark on an exciting voyage through the Solar System with the new activity guide, "This Is Rocket Science," now available on Amazon. Written by Emma Vanstone, this captivating book offers a unique and educational experience for both kids and adults alike.
"This Is Rocket Science" is a collaborative effort, with everyone involved contributing ideas, testing activities, and even posing for photos during the photo shoot. The book is divided into twelve engaging chapters, each one brimming with fun and easy experiments designed to teach about the scientific concepts behind space travel.
As you journey through the Solar System, you'll explore each planet, learning fascinating facts and overcoming challenges similar to those faced by astronauts living in space. The experiments use everyday items like bottles, cardboard, glue, and tape to build rocket ships, paper spinners, and mobile rocket launch pads.
The book also delves into the difficulties encountered by astronauts living in space, providing a glimpse into the realities of space travel. To make the most of your learning journey, readers are encouraged to create a space passport to record their progress.
Emma Vanstone, the author, shared some insights about the writing process and behind-the-scenes photos on her personal blog. Page Street Publishing guided her expertly through the process, resulting in a book she is proud of.
To share your thoughts and experiences with "This Is Rocket Science," Emma Vanstone would like to hear from you. Don't forget to share photos of your copies of the book on social media using #ThisIsRocketScience.
Article last updated on July 18, 2025, by Emma Vanstone.
- "This Is Rocket Science" comprises a collective effort, with contributors brainstorming ideas, testing activities, and even posing for photos as part of the creation process.
- The book is structured into twelve appealing chapters, each filled with fun, simple experiments aimed at teaching the scientific principles behind space travel to both children and adults.
- As readers traverse the Solar System, they'll encounter each planet, absorbing curious facts and tackling challenges resembling those encountered by astronauts in space.
- Readers are encouraged to make a space passport to document their progress in this educational and entertaining engineering, STEM, science, and space-and-astronomy activity.
- For those wanting to delve deeper into their learning experience, Emma Vanstone has shared behind-the-scenes glimpses and insights about the writing process on her personal blog.
- To engage with the community and share experiences with "This Is Rocket Science," Emma invites readers to use the hashtag #ThisIsRocketScience on social media and post photos of their space passport or book copies.
