How to Eat in Space by Helen Taylor

Illustrated by Stevie Lewis

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On Sale: Oct 31, 2023
Page Count: 40 pages
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN-13: 9780316367745

A kid-friendly, accessible, and humorous picture book about the sometimes complicated task of eating while in outer space—spoiler: it’s not as simple as it seems!

Without a kitchen, plates, or cups, eating in space isn’t easy. When food floats (and so do you), remember:

1. Be patient: Preparing a meal without gravity’s help takes time.
2. Avoid crumbs: They get everywhere!
3. Clean up after yourself: Today’s stray snack could become tomorrow’s smelly surprise.

Once you learn the dos and don’ts, you’ll be eating like an astronaut in no time!

This fact-filled look at the sometimes complicated task of eating while away from Earth will show young readers what it’s really like to live on the space station, with engaging back matter that takes a deep dive into the topic and features photos of real NASA astronauts!

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A CBC Children's Favorite

* “A cosmic journey to explore the mysteries of space while imparting valuable lessons on table manners…Heartwarming and informative, this is a stellar addition to any collection.” I>SLJ, starred review
SLJ
“Taylor selects facts likely to interest children and presents them in an easygoing, conversational style … An enticing choice for kids who dream of space travel.”
Booklist
“An appetizing guide to space (station) dining.”
Kirkus
“Taylor’s conversational tone means that asides … feel naturally incorporated. Lewis’s digital art features crisp, energetic scenes of smiling astronauts and their meals floating through a carefully rendered space station.”
Horn Book