Collins Big Cat - Big Moments in Space: Band 10/White
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What’s inside...
Big Moments in Space takes young readers on a concise, visually driven journey through the history of human space exploration. From the launch of Sputnik in 1957 to the construction of the International Space Station and today’s quest to land on Mars, readers encounter the breakthroughs, brave explorers, and cutting-edge engineering that made each milestone possible. Thought-provoking questions and striking photographs turn the book into an engaging springboard for classroom or family discussions about science, perseverance, and the spirit of discovery.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Which mission do you think changed space travel the most and why?
How do astronauts prepare for the dangers they face?
Why is international cooperation important on the ISS?
What would you invent for the first trip to Mars?
Tip: Role play these questions
Create a family timeline of space events mentioned.
Watch a rocket launch replay together and compare to the book’s description.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork achieves great things.
Explanation: ISS assembly required 15 countries working together.
Real-World Application: Group school projects benefit from shared strengths.
Example Lesson: Mistakes lead to learning.
Explanation: Early launch failures improved later rocket designs.
Real-World Application: Children can view classroom errors as growth opportunities.
Example Lesson: Perseverance overcomes setbacks.
Explanation: Mars rover missions survived launch delays and technical issues.
Real-World Application: Sticking with difficult tasks builds resilience.
Example Lesson: Curiosity drives discovery.
Explanation: Scientists ask questions about life on Mars, leading to new missions.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to ask why and seek answers.