There's Nothing to Do on Mars

by Chris Gall

When Davey Martin's family moves to Mars, he discovers that there's nothing to do--at least until he and his robot dog Polaris learn to seize the spirit of adventure. It's not until they've zipped around the planet on his flying scooter--climbing Martian "trees," digging up "fossils," dancing in Martian rain dances--that they discover a treasure that finally piques Davey's interest--a source of water on the red planet Chris Gall's new picture book...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0316166847
• ISBN13: 9780316166843
• Release Date: February 2008
• Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 11.3" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Excellent in every way

We've had this book for about a year and a half now, and it has been a strong favorite the whole time. My kids love to have it read to them, and I'm always glad when one of them picks it for bedtime reading. The illustrations are fantastic -- both at first glance, and on careful scrutiny. Many of them have interesting details that you don't notice at first. The story is fun and engaging. There are real learning opportunities while reading it. Both the story and illustrations are interesting for both kids and adults, for repeated readings. I give this book my highest recommendation.

Have read it to my little guys countless times!

Beautifully illustrated and story line leaving plenty of room for a young imagination to fill in. We love this book and have read it nearly every night since we purchased it!

Exciting attraction, especially for reluctant readers.

Davey is bored even though his move to Mars from Earth should be exciting. He and his robot dog find adventures easily - until curiosity leads to a big discovery. Large-size drawings provide a read suitable for those moving from picturebooks to the next level, while an adventure-packed space story adds exciting attraction, especially for reluctant readers.

Out of This World!!!

THERE'S NOTHING TO DO ON MARS is the delightful and charming book of a very bored boy named Davey Martin. His family has just moved to Mars (in a spaceship, which resembles a pre-1950s Airstream trailer!) and he is contemplating that age-old question of "there's nothing to do!" Written by award-winning illustrator, Chris Gall, it is filled with unique illustrations. I especially liked how Polaris, the dog, looked just like MY dog! (Well, except for the little antenna tail!)LOL Davey was portrayed in the coolest manner as well. His face and spacesuit were reminiscent of the art from the 1930's - 1950's. And totally loved his tennis shoes! The Martians and monsters on Mars were scary and fun! Unfortunately they smelled really, really BAD - because they hadn't bathed in like forever! Join Davey and Polaris, his dog, as they set out for adventure on Mars; build forts; and make discoveries...on Mars. It will help all students and kids come to the realization that you can explore and find fun and excitement WHEREVER you go! This book is a treasure for old and young alike. It would be especially helpful as a gift for any youngster whose family is moving or who is "the new kid at school." And if your child is constantly complaining, "Mom! I'm BORED! There's NOTHING to do!" - well, it would be sooo totally appropriate.