Grandpa Was an Astronaut - Little Gems
Grandpa Was an Astronaut - Little Gems
paperback
Published:
3 August, 2016
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Description
Grandparents take centre stage in this charming tale as a young boy and his grandfather let their imaginations take flight for an afternoon of space exploration, with beautiful artwork from Hannah Coulson. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.
Sherman loves the moon and he loves his grandpa even more – who has actually been to the moon! Grandpa was an astronaut and has a chunk of moon rock on his mantlepiece. Playing space games with Grandpa is one of Sherman's most favourite things ever so he's thrilled to hear that's exactly what a visit to Grandpa will involve. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781781125342 |
| ISBN10 | 1781125341 |
| Number Of Pages | 104 |
| Item Weight | 140 g |
| Product Dimensions | 126 x 168 x 12 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Format | paperback |
Media Reviews
"A poignant story of family and imagination" – The Scotsman
"Full of fun; indeed it has a sense of joy" – LoveReading4Kids
"Will be familiar to many youngsters who have a close relationship with a grandparent. An engaging mix of fantasy and pretend play … also touches on the inevitability of loss and the value of making memories" – BookTrust
"Beautifully simple … told in a way that will engage young readers and bring a wave of nostalgia to adults" – Space on the Bookshelf, Blog
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Author's Bio
Jonathan Meres is a former merchant seaman, ice cream van driver and Perrier Award-nominated stand-up comedian. As a writer he is best known for being the author of over 20 books for children and in particular his best-selling, award-winning series, The World Of Norm.
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Hannah Coulson says that she spent her childhood “drawing pictures, eating 99s and trying not to tell fibs”. Hannah studied at Glasgow School of Art, and now creates playful artworks full of pattern. She particularly likes drawing outdoors and making things for her friends.