Space Explorers: Our Solar System - by Vienna Tran (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Blast off into the wonders of our Solar System!

Space Explorers: Our Solar System takes young readers on an out-of-this-world adventure through the planets, moons, and mysteries of our cosmic neighborhood.

Written by doctor and space medicine researcher Dr. Vienna Tran, this book explores life beyond planet Earth and includes vibrant illustrations that bring space to life-- showing just how incredible our universe really is.

From the fiery surface of Mercury to the icy edges of Neptune, kids will discover what makes each planet unique, learn about comets, asteroids, and dwarf planets, and imagine what it would be like to travel among the stars. Perfect for curious minds with big imaginations!

About the Author

Dr. Vienna Tran MBBS (Hons.), DAME, is an Australian Medical Doctor and Space medicine researcher. She is also a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner and has worked for the Australian Space Agency. Vienna has undertaken postings with the Royal Flying Doctors Service (RFDS) and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). She is an alumnus of the International Space University's Southern Hemisphere Space Studies Program (ISU-SHSSP 2020) and the South Australian Space School. As a passionate educator, Vienna enjoys mentoring school-aged students, giving public talks, and writing articles on space health, industry, and STEM.

Donough O'Malley is an Irish illustrator and designer currently based in the UK.