Life on Earth: Space is the perfect introduction to our universe for 5+-year-olds. With 100 questions and 70 flaps to lift, this beautifully illustrated board book keeps kids engaged while learning. Lift the flaps to find the answers to common questions , such as, "How does a telescope work?," "Why can't a plane fly to space?," and "What is a dwarf planet?"   Topics covered include astronaut training , planets and stars , space-exploration equipment , and life in space , among many more. Scientific details are turned into simple, bite-size facts that the reader lifts the flaps to discover.   Heather Alexander’s colorful illustrations make each fact memorable, and the sturdy , board book format means that even the most hands-on learners will have fun playing with the book day after day. Perfect to read out loud to your child, or to let them explore on their own, Life on Earth: Space offers a simple, fun way into astronomy and space exploration for little readers.