Factology: Space - (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Space: Open Up a World of Information!

Factology: Space is a fact-packed introduction to astronomy presented in maps, timelines, diagrams and statistics.

Did you know that the planet Saturn's famous rings are made from individual ice chunks each about the size of a house?

Blast through Earth's atmosphere on a mission to learn everything you need to know about our solar system and what lies beyond it!

This visually stunning science guide explores the furthest reaches of outer space, including:

• Our solar system and galaxy
• The secrets of stars and black holes
• The history of human space travel
• The scientific brilliance of super-powerful telescopes and satellites
• and much, much more!

Each volume in the Factology series provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to its subject, explaining key concepts and highlighting significant events in a manner that is clear, accessible and entertaining.

Fun, informative and makes a great gift!

Review Quotes

"This is a very well set-out book, and the variety of illustrations: photos, maps, diagrams and statistics make it appealing to a variety of readers. I enjoyed the quick facts spread through the book...There is also a quiz (plus answers) and a glossary. It is a book that would be great for browsing and sharing, and with the contents and index pages, can also be used to find specific information for general interest or study...Highly recommend."--English Association

"Move over National Geographic Kids, Button Books is about to knock you off your pedestal. The Factology book series excelled in eye-catching design and tons of facts...kids will love pouring over all of these cool facts!"--Imagination Soup

"Factology is a brand new series of fact-packed information books. Each volume provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to its subject, explaining key concepts and highlighting significant events in a manner that is clear, accessible and entertaining."--@play.to.learn.with.katy

"The graphics are incredibly eye-catching...There is so much information packed into these pages - and there are activities included in the books as well!"--@picturebookplaydate

"There is something for everyone in each book...packed with plenty of interesting information, facts, maps, timelines, statistics, quizzes and illustrations."--@the_treasure_outdoors

"We absolutely adore this series! They are immersive, educational and so much fun!"--@inclusive_childrens_books

"If, like me, you're a huge fan of the Great Lives in Graphics series, then you'll love these new Factology titles. They are presented in a similarly engaging infographic style, including timelines, maps, statistics and illustrated facts, but are designed for slightly older readers [8]] which is seen in the denser text. They're also fantastic models for publishing non-fiction written pieces."--@mrsbrownsbookbox

"Spread over nearly 100 pages and with colour diagrams, drawing and photographs this dips into many topics that you may have heard and explains them without getting too texty and heavy. That's the beauty of this series of books - they are punchy and not too serious and designed to instill more questions into inquisitive minds."--Happy Families

"FANTASTIC SERIES ALERT! I had to wrangle these away from my 8-year-old long enough to review them - highly recommend. They are fascinating, fun, detailed and perfect for curious littles! Which would the kiddo in your life reach for first?⁠"--@picturebookrecommendations

"Throwing the series spotlight this week on the brand new Factology information books from @gmcpublications. Unlock the greatest secrets, delve beneath the surface, travel back in time and open up a world of information. Presented in a concise and accessible way with a super visual format filled with maps, timelines, quizzes and stats, all set amongst the immersive artwork and photography."--@raising_bookworms

"Each of these books is brilliant to pick up and dip into but I can see that each book will also be such a valuable resource as my children go through KS2 and KS3. They would make a great addition to a school library."--@family_book_club_

"A new educational series that opens up a whole world of information. It is illustrated non-fiction mini-encyclopedias that introduces to a variety of exciting & engaging #STEM & historical subjects."--@stylishmodernmotherhood

"Not only do [the Factology books] look aesthetically pleasing on the shelf with their bold and colourful spines, they're also helpful kids NonFiction books to have at hand, perfect for a school library of to support learning at home."--@mini.midnight.reads

"I especially loved large pages full of actual photos, statistics, maps, and timelines. This series has all of that!"--@houstonlibraryfinds

"I think these are absolutely brilliant for classrooms, as well as libraries. They are beautifully illustrated and full of amazing facts and subject knowledge."--@misswynnreads__

"The Factology series is phenomenal! These books are jam-packed with facts, visuals, and fascinating scientific information for young learners. Each book is like a mini encyclopedia on the topic."--@kidscornerbookclub

"Each [Factology book] is filled with graphics, facts, photographs and even a quiz to test your knowledge at the end, should you wish! Each also has a handful of activity suggestions sprinkled throughout."--@mini.midnight.reads