As we look back to the beginnings of the space race, 2009 is also the year for looking forward to humankind?s next step toward the stars. In the spirit of books

In this sneaky, silly picture book for fans of Oliver Jeffers and Jon Klassen, an intrepid—but not so clever—space explorer is certain he’s found the only

Laugh and learn with fun facts about the sun, the moon, the planets, constellations, astronauts, and more—all told in Dr. Seuss’s beloved rhyming style and

“A handsome and engaging children’s book. . . . This accessible look at interplanetary exploration will appeal to a broad range of young space enthusiasts.�

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Life on Mars is pretty standard…. until a mysterious virus hits. Don’t miss this timely and unputdownable novel from the bests