  | Mars! : Earthlings welcome (Our Universe) Author: McAnulty, Stacy | |
| Price: $24.48 | ||
Summary:
Kid-friendly facts and plenty of humor teach kids about Mars--told from the perspective of Mars himself.
| Illustrator: | Lewis, Stevie |
| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: LG Reading Level: 2.80 Points: .5 Quiz: 511700 |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (11/15/20)
School Library Journal (01/01/21)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 01/01/2021 K-Gr 4—Ink and watercolor illustrations combine with a first-person narrative in this picture book centered on Mars. Readers learn that Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun, the second smallest in the solar system, and is "rocky" and "rugged." Mars has two moons, Phobos and Deimos, and the tallest volcano in the solar system. Older readers will enjoy the personification of the planet and the humorous narrative. For instance, Mars claims to be like Earth—only better—because the Red Planet has a longer day than Earth by 37 minutes. The text also discusses the probes and rovers sent from Earth. Of course, visitors should remember to bring their own oxygen. Back matter includes information on Mars exploration to date, a comparison of Earth and Mars, and a note to "Potential Mars Visitors." VERDICT A humorous approach to planetary facts for the elementary grades.—Suzanne Costner, Fairview Elem. Sch., Maryville, TN - Copyright 2021 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
