Children of the Sun (Giant Edition) (Information Books) (Paperback)

~ Arthur John L'Hommedieu (Illustrator)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An inventive way to introduce young persons to the solar system." -- The Small Press Book Review

"This is a very attractive book and might delight young first graders or so who are just beginning to deal with the universe." -- Rainbo Electronic Reviews --This text refers to the Pop-Up edition.

Product Description

Packed with information, this book opens before us like a tunnel through space, enabling us to make a fascinating tour of the planets in our solar system. Enjoy your journey!

Dimensional Illustrators Award Winner

16 1/2" x 15"

For children ages 4-16 years.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Paperback: 24 pages
• Publisher: Child's Play International; New edition edition (January 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0859539377
• ISBN-13: 978-0859539371
• Product Dimensions: 16.3 x 14.8 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #945,956 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Concept, July 6, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Children of the Sun (Information Books) (Paperback)

I like this book because of the fact that it's format is not traditional. I love seeing interesting subjects, such as the planets, presented in an interesting way so as to capture both the child's and adult's imagination. This book does it all. The illustrator, Arthur L'Hommedieu, shows us the planets - and asteriods! - from the sun's view, in perspective, as a tunnel. You open up the book to a vivid view of the solar system, then page by page read pertinent information on each planet, as well as getting a single view of it. Stretch the book out a little, as it is accordion-style, for a stunning 3-D view! I recommend this over any other children's book on the planets. It's not a dry rehashing of scientific information - it's FUN!

5.0 out of 5 stars Breathtaking! *Ü*, April 19, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Children of the Sun (Information Books) (Paperback)

"Children of the Sun" is one of a kind. It's fascinating - for the children as well as the adults, for the facts stated in it are not common knowledge that is easily obtained, but a product of extensive research, outlined in a comprehensive and assesible manner. The artwork is simply splendid! It is colorful, which would most certainly appeal to the children, but it is also educational and realistic and may be helpful to teenagers and even adults. The paper engineering composing the book is simply unique. It allows it to be Child's play, as well as the educational instrument. Applause to Mr. Arthur J. L'Hommendieu!