About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their child gazes at the night sky and asks the profound question, “Are we alone?”. This visually rich DK book serves as a fantastic starting point, exploring the possibility of extraterrestrial life from two exciting angles: the scientific and the mythological. It delves into the conditions necessary for life, the tools scientists use to search the cosmos, and the many stories ancient cultures have told about star beings. Its blend of facts and folklore respects a child's curiosity and imagination, validating their big questions about the universe and our place in it. It's perfect for the 8 to 12-year-old who is ready to think critically but still loves a good story.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book touches on existential concepts like the vastness of space and the potential loneliness of humanity. This is handled in a curious and hopeful, rather than frightening, manner. Depictions of aliens from mythology and science fiction could potentially be scary for highly sensitive children, but they are presented in a factual, encyclopedic context. The approach is entirely secular and scientific.
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