Voyage to the Planets Mission Report
#3 in Astro Adventures Series
What’s inside...
Follow Commander Tom Kirby and the crew of the Pegasus on an exhilarating space adventure based on real science. Journey across the solar system, from the molten lava fields of Io to the rings of Saturn, and experience the wonders of space through breathtaking CGI images from the TV series. With 3D glasses included, witness these images in stunning 3D detail. The narrative is supplemented with computer-screen style fact boxes providing hard factual information as 'briefings' from Mission Control, making the adventure not only thrilling but educational. Feel as though you really are travelling with the crew of the Pegasus to the outer limits of the solar system. Put on the 3D glasses included with this book, and watch the breathtaking CGI images from the TV series leap off the page. From the rings of Saturn to the dust storms of Mars and the surface of a comet - see them all in incredible 3D detail! Are you ready for take-off?
Discussion points
What was your favorite planet that was explored in the book and why?
How do you think the astronauts felt during their mission?
What would you take with you on a space mission and why?
If you could discover a new planet, what would you name it and what would it be like?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine being an astronaut by asking them to describe what they would see, feel, and do in space. Use a globe or planetary models to bring the story to life and help your child relate the book's content to real-world planets. Highlight the teamwork aspect by discussing how astronauts must work together on missions, emphasizing values like cooperation and communication. Engage their creative side by asking your child to draw their own space mission or design a new planet based on the descriptions in the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: Throughout their interplanetary journey, the characters in 'Voyage to the Planets Mission Report' must work together to navigate challenges, demonstrating the importance of cooperation and collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson in school projects, sports teams, or family activities, learning that cooperation can lead to achieving common goals.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the Face of Adversity
Explanation: The crew faces various obstacles during their mission, teaching that resilience and perseverance are key to overcoming difficulties.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand that facing challenges is a part of life and that persistence and resilience are important when dealing with personal setbacks or difficulties.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Continuous Learning
Explanation: By exploring different planets, the characters showcase a thirst for knowledge and learning, indicating the importance of staying curious and continuously seeking new information.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to explore new subjects and topics in school or in their hobbies, emphasizing that learning is a lifelong process.
Example Lesson: Respect and Appreciation for Diversity
Explanation: Interactions with diverse planetary environments and possibly new civilizations highlight the importance of respecting and appreciating differences.
Real-World Application: This can teach children to appreciate cultural diversity and to respect people from different backgrounds in their own communities.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: The crew members use critical thinking and creative solutions to tackle unexpected problems during their space mission.
Real-World Application: Children learn to apply problem-solving skills in their day-to-day challenges, enhancing their ability to think critically and solve problems efficiently.