Don't Know Much about Space

by Kenneth C. Davis

Book Overview

Filled with quotes, fact-filled sidebars, and fun pop quizzes, Don't Know Much About Space reveals who first charted the stars, why people believed that the Earth was the center of the universe, and... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0064408353
• ISBN13: 9780064408356
• Release Date: July 2001
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

We're adults and we couldn't stop reading it!

My husband, who is from Japan, reads only 4x4 magazines and Japanese comics, yet, he read this book from start to finish. The book is written for kids 8-12, but I found it very entertaining and well written. This would be great for a kid who is interested in science (or even, not interested... it may spur their interest). For example, a couple of the topics are "True or False: Astronauts grow taller in space" and "Do Saturns Rings have Sheep?"The illustrations are fun and there's some nice space photos. The book is well organized with a timeline in the back, as well as a glossary. It's an easy enjoyable read. The added bonus was that we looked really smart when we were watching Jeopardy with some friends and we both blew through all of the questions in the space category ;-)