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Life on Mars

By Jon Agee
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A young astronaut lands on Mars, hopeful of finding life and sharing chocolate cupcakes. However, he soon believes he is alone and loses his spaceship. Unbeknownst to him, a friendly Martian quietly follows, waiting to meet him. The story gently reminds readers to stay curious and keep an open mind, as wonders can be discovered if you don't give up exploring.
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Perfect for children aged 3 to 6, this picture book introduces young readers to imaginative storytelling and the playful tension of knowing more than the main character. It encourages curiosity and perseverance in a fun, engaging way.

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If you keep an open mind then you will discover all sorts of wonders, so never give up exploring!

* 2nd of 3 wonderful Jon Agee titles planned for 2019 to build up UK awareness of this hugely popular US author/illustrator who is not yet widely known in the UK * Jon's latest title WALL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BOOK already has a huge following in USA and is a PW best book of 2018 - it is already gaining a following in the UK. * Space is a big topic in 2019 with the anniversary of the moon landings * Little ones who lost it over Jon Klassen's I Want My Hat Back will likely appreciate Agee's guileless astronaut." -Booklist; Fans of Jon Klassen and Oliver Jeffers will love this mischievously funny read-aloud from award-winning author/illustrator Jon Agee

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Age range 3 to 6

If you keep an open mind then you will discover all sorts of wonders, so never give up exploring!

A daring young astronaut arrives on Mars, certain he will find life there. He has even brought a gift of chocolate cupcakes. But soon he realises he's made a mistake. He won't find life on Mars - and what's worse, now he can't find his spaceship! But as only the audience can see, if only he would turn around he might just meet the friendly Martian who is always lurking shyly one step behind. Our astronaut's only mistake is to give up too soon and go home, leaving the poor Martian all alone.

'Bursting with quiet wit and gorgeous Martian vistas. Simply masterful.' - Kirkus Starred Review

'Satisfying silliness from start to finish, with a gotcha ending that will prompt requests for repeat readings.' - PW

Jon Agee excels at creating picture books with unusual settings and characters...for young readers, this book serves as a great introduction to the kinds of books where the reader knows more information than the main character does. - The Huffington Post

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781912650071

Publisher: Scallywag Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 August 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Scallywag Press

Illustration: full colour throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jon Agee

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 225.0mm

Height: 292.0mm

Weight: 450g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jon Agee

About the Author

Jon Agee attended The Cooper Union School of Art in New York City, where he studied painting and film-making. A full-time author, he lives with his wife in San Francisco. Jon is the author/illustrator of many acclaimed books for children including It's Only Stanley, a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honour winner. Terrific and Milo's Hat Trick between them have won New York Times Ten Best Illustrated Books, ALA Notable Book, Horn Book Fanfare, PW Best Books of the Year, Book Sense Top Ten Pick and LA Times Best Children's Picture Books, and Miami Herald Top Ten.

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