Children's Space Books Books

Prompted by hundreds of probing questions from school-aged children from the United States and Canada, 'Kids to Space: A Space Traveler's Guide' is destined to become a 'must have' classroom guide and reference manual for science teachers and space enthusiasts alike.

The manuscript is imaginatively illustrated by the kids' own artwork. Their detailed questions, covering just about everything associated with spaceflight and space exploration, have been fielded by true notables in their respective technical fields -- the real 'rocket scientists' -- astronomers, astrophysicists, physicians, scientists, and, yes, even some astronauts.

Seldom, if ever has so much interesting and inspiring information about spaceflight and space exploration been packed into such a compelling, readable and useful volume. No doubt teachers and their students will thoroughly enjoy diving into this users' guide to spaceflight.

Kudos to the author, Lonnie Jones Schorer!

As an elementary educator for 31 years, I give this book 5 stars! Children from America and Canada were asked to submit questions about their ideas of Space, Exploration, and Space Travel knowing that experts in these fields would answer their questions. Hundreds of answers and beautiful artwork from the children are included in the book. For the younger children, a story line with larger print begins each chapter. This book is for children of ALL ages and could be used as a wonderful resource for reports and research papers, too. I feel this book needs to get into the hands of this next generation who will hopefully, become our next astronauts, Moon and Mars explorers, and the engineers, mathematicians, and scientists who will get them there. This book can provide that needed inspiration and joy of discovery.

Lonnie Jones Schorer has written a book with a mission. A critical mission. Turning the next generation of kids--your kids and mine--into space-farers. Inspiring our kids to dream of vacationing in orbit, of kicking up dust on the moon, of living in places life has never gone, and of being the Johnny Appleseeds of the solar system. Schorer has written a book to turn today's kids into the generation that realizes Star Trek's dreams.

Moving into space is as vital as reducing carbon emissions. Our planet is so fragile that it has experienced 146 mass extinctions--all without smokestack industries and human beings. So taking life to as many nooks and crannies of the cosmos as we can is crucial to the survival of the plants, animals, and even the bacteria who are our cousins in the family of DNA.

Schorer has given kids a personal stake in the big jump to space. She's asked 6,000 students in the US and Canada to imagine planning a trip to the moon or to a space hotel, then to think of the questions whose answers they'd want before they packed their bags and prepared for the big trek, the adventure of their lives.

The students posed a total of 18,000 questions, questions Schorer took to 80 experts, some of the top experts in their field. The contributors she snagged for Kids to Space include Richard Branson, Arthur C. Clark, Buzz Aldrin, Robert Bigelow (who launched the first inflatable hotel prototype into orbit July 14, 2006), Burt Rutan (who won the X-Prize in October, 2004, for designing, building, and launching the first privately-financed human-piloted rocket into suborbital space, landing it safely, then launching and landing it a second time in a single week), Neil deGrasse Tyson (Director of the Hayden Planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City), Norman Mineta (a Democrat who served as Secretary of Transportation for President George W. Bush), and Esther Dyson (one of the world's leading emerging-technology experts).

Then Schorer tied her questions and answers together with a storyline that you can read to your kids when they're young ...and with in-depth information you and your kids can dive into as your children grow older and more curious.

Want your kids to have high aspirations, some of the highest ever dreamed by humankind? Kids to Space: A Space Traveler's Guide is the book to fire space-fever in their minds.

Howard Bloom--author of The Lucifer Principle: A Scientific Expedition Into the Forces of History and of Global Brain: The Evolution of Mass Mind From the Big Bang to the 21st Century

I have developed space science materials for children and I have reviewed such work by other scientists. What sets 'Kids to Space' apart from those fine efforts is the simple fact that the students, not the educators, set the agenda: kids wrote and illustrated the questions with the curiosity and imagination that comes so naturally to young people. It was fun and often very challenging to respond to those questions because they got quickly and simply to the fundamentals of many areas of the science and technology of space and space travel. 'Kids to Space' and its innovative approach are a fabulous and remarkably thorough resource for teachers, students, and anyone interested in outer space and the issues and intricacies surrounding its exploration.

This is a beautiful book but most importantly, it demystifies the subject for children. It is comprehensive, clear, contains lovely illustrations by children, and offers an enormous amount of information in very manageable (bite size) portions. This is a must for any teacher who wants to bring this subject into the classroom in a way that students can understand. With our Space Shuttle missions in progress, it's the perfect teaching tool to bring both students and adults up to speed (possibly Mach 1?) with the space program.

I have been looking for this book and I have finally found it. I read this book when I was in the fourth grade and absolutely loved it. Now I am getting it for myself and my 10 year old nephew (does that date me or what?!?) I would highly recommend this book to anyone girl or boy. It's a great adventure story.

ISBN 0064402223 - Not the best thing I've read in kids' books lately, but good enough to hook some of the reluctant readers, especially boys.

Steve and Max are best friends, which is a good thing, because otherwise Max might have killed Steve by now. Who could get away with convincing you to eat a dog treat, if not your best friend? So when Steve comes to the clubhouse with a $2.50 time machine, Max isn't surprised. He doesn't take it seriously, but he's not surprised at all. After some explaining, he agrees to go with Steve to the year 1250... even if the contraption doesn't look like it's going to go anywhere. When Steve thinks Max is getting cold feet, he flips the switch before Max knows what's going on and they find themselves in the bodies of Sir Robert, a medieval knight, and his horse!

Stunned that it worked, thrilled with their success, the boys learn how things work in the Middle Ages. From quack doctors with potions to romance with an Earl's daughter, they're enjoying themselves quite a bit. Now all they have to do is hope the time machine brings them back before one of them is killed!

This is the kind of book that could easily translate into a series, with the boys travelling through time. Since the inventor of their machine, Professor Flybender, went off in search of Atlantis, never to return, there's a story to be told there - and if they tell it, I'll read it!

This is a fun, funny adventure book that no parent should pass up! The authors' quick wit, inside jokes and genuinely funny dialogue make this a great book to take turns reading aloud. The boys get themselves in and out of trouble with clever plans and a healthy sense of humor. Give it a try!

very funny easy read novel following two friends as they travel back in time to the middle ages where they find themselves in the bodies of people/animals who lived at the time.

I remember reading this book when I was young.. and I have read it several times since. It is fun, witty, charming and covers everything from time travel to jousting to courtly love. It's great for boys or girls! A definate must!

The World Weaver - first book in the World Weaver Trilogy - is a wonderful, fast paced fantasy adventure involving a group of high school kids. A quick enjoyable read for anyone between the ages of 12 and 16, though a teacher I know says many of her high school seniors pick this as their favorite book.

Larkin, an apprentice world weaver with extraordinary powers, is faced with the daunting task of trying to defeat his powerful uncle, who wants to destroy all that is good in creation. Larkin takes on the challenge, knowing full well his chance of victory is small. He is accompanied by 3 friends, all essential to achieving final victory.

The plot is fast moving, but layered within the story are messages about the benefits of caring for others - and accepting differences in others, the need to sometimes make sacrifices for a greater good, the need to get beyond selfish desires, and the need to stand up for what is good. This is done without being didactic or impeding the flow of the story.

At heart, The World Weaver is a cracking good story about good versus evil.

This is one of the best books I have ever read! It is dramatic, exciting, and greatly imaginative. The personalities of the characters are so realistic, it's like they are real people. it is so good I don't know what to say.If you like science fiction type books this is definetaley an awesome read.

Many of my students (high school English) have read this book. In fact, I used THE WORLD WEAVER as the summer reading selection last year. WHY would I do that when Senior English-what I mainly teach--is ENGLISH LITERATURE??? The students will read this book. When I gave previous students the opportunity to read the book as one of their yearly novels, they told me, "Mrs. Burke-Cremeans, I actually read it and liked it. It is the first book I have ever finished."
I have used this book in 9th, l0th, llth, and 12th grades--the first edition--and this new edition. The students continue to tell me how much they like it and wish there would EVENTUALLY be a movie.
When we are having problems getting students to read, this one is a great choice.
As an avid reader, I do not like Fantasy at all, however, I certainly enjoyed Larkin, his friends, and their antics. Besides being quite interesting, I enjoyed "seeing" how the group worked together COOPERATING with each other. The diversity of the students was an added touch.
Etchison's words give us the opportunity to come away having liked the book, having "pictured" the kids in our minds, and having learned what can happen when we accept one another-no matter what. I LIKE THIS BOOK.

I am an English teacher in High School. I find it difficult to get students to read. I have taught 7-12...same problem with the reading.
However, students of all ages (including my seniors) enjoy this book. They almost always have something good to say about the book. Often I hear, "This is THE ONLY book I have ever finished."
Why give students books they HATE??? Why not let the ONLY BOOK read be one they will remember???

The book is full of examples of delicious figurative language...it allows the reader to "think"--what if I were one of these students? What if a Larkin were in my life? Would I believe him?

This book would make a fantastic movie...

Reader Comments sent to author: 1. I like the book a lot. The girls in the book...are just like the little clique I belong to. I have never been interested in books before, but I can't seem to put this book down. 2. I don't like to read, but there was something here that kept me reading. 3. I enjoyed this book because it was suspenseful, exciting, and flat out neat. 4. It made me think about what was really going on in my life. It took me by surprise, too. It was an awesome book and I'm glad I got to read it. 5. I changed my view of other people around me--people like Donnie who seem like jerks but may not be. 6. This book showed me that I have to push myself to achieve my goals. It changed my life.

Good lesson for children with vibrant, moving illustrations. It's nice to show that boys can have girl-friends at a young age.

This book was read to elementary students grades k-6, every one of the students loved this book and requested it be read again the very next week. We discussed the pictures (first gray and then color when playing and at the end), the connections with siblings and finally friendships. I highly recommend this book.

19 Girls and Me is a story of a kindergartener named John Hercules Po who finds himself in a class of nineteen girls. He is the only boy. His brother worries that he will become "sissified" from playing with all of those girls. In the end, everybody realizes that playing together can be a lot of fun.

19 Girls and Me is a delightful story that shows kids that it is okay for girls and boys to play together. Girls won't become tomboys just because they are playing with boys, and boys won't become sissies just because they are playing with girls. Everyone can get along and have a good time.

My five-year-old daughter likes this story. She also enjoys looking at all of the details in Steven Salerno's playful illustrations.

19 Girls and Me is a story for both girls and boys. Kids will enjoy reading about the wonderful adventures John Hercules Po and his new friends have at recess each day. In addition to a great story, there are glimpses into places around the world that may teach kids a thing or two. This is a book that kids will enjoy again and again.

I love this book for a number of reasons, not the least of which is that my daughter, in first grade, totally digs the story of John Hercules Po and his adventures with his 19 friends in Mrs. Ray's Kindergarten--19 friends who just happen to be GIRLS! The repetition is fun, and the imaginative adventures that the kids think up delight both of us! I've already taken the book to school twice and read it in a few different classes, and the kids eyes are big--and their smiles are bigger--as I regale them with the developing friendship between John Hercules Po and his 19 new friends! The book imparts an excellent message without clobbering the reader over the head with it--nicely done! Salerno's illustrations add to the fun!

THIS IS A RELLY GOOD STORY. EVERY TIME I READ IT, I CAN'T PUT IT DOWN TIL ITS FINISHED. EVEN THOUGH PARTS OF IT TAKE PLACE IN SPACE, THE CHARACTERS ARE SO REAL IT DOESN'T REALLY FEEL LIKE SCIENCE FICTION. JESSE IS YOUNG AND ALONE AND SHE JUST WANTS TO LIVE HER LIFE.

I took the book out of the library about 10 times when I was a young teenager. I loved it so much.

I also read this book a long time ago but find myself thinking of it quite a bit. Its resonance has mostly to do with the the well-drawn, believable characters and the thought-provoking plot of how a southern teenager tries to escape the world's impending ecological apocalypse. Alothugh a little bit overblown at times, it still was an incredibly gripping read. Too bad I can't find this book anywhere since I think its themes will become more pertinent in the coming years.

I read this book many years ago at the library but I've never forgotten it. One of the best books I've ever read.

When the earth starts heating up enough that all of humankind is at risk, fifteen-year-old Jesse uses her stubborn tenacity to get herself signed on as one of the passengers aboard an experimental space ship that is meant to take them to another planet where they can start over. But on this space-faring Noah's Ark Jesse quickly discovers that living under the tyrannical and idealistic thumb of their stern ship commander is the last thing she wants. As the crew starts to fall apart, this fiery spirit may be the only one who can find a way to unite everyone once more.

I will freely admit that Anabel and Edgar Johnson have a wonderful talent for creating believable and compelling characters. Jesse's first person diary-format story-telling pulls reader's right in to the story and the conflicts that are taking place. This would be a fantastic young adult science fiction story-it's got a great plot arc, the story keeps us intrigued and reading in order to find out what happens to our strong-willed and likeable protagonist, and there is a good, satisfying ending complete with romance. So what's wrong with the story? I'm afraid I just couldn't buy the set-up for this story at all. In the book, the earth is dying due to the greenhouse effect. Commander Hammond decides to pilot a spacecraft to another planet in the solar system to save humanity. This makes little sense for a number of reasons 1) Earth is still more hospitable than any of the other planets-so why not use the technology there? 2) Why aren't there more people trying to escape earth? I doubt that the governments wouldn't be scrambling for solutions and escapes. 3) The ending, while dramatic, doesn't seem believable. It's convenient for the sake of the story, but hard to accept as a reality.

I could wish the authors had come up with another explanation for why this disparate crew comes together in space, because the story is worth reading. The heroine is intelligent and capable-without being perfect. Within the limited confines of the ship, the game of politics and power-and the fire of the human spirit-play out with some startlingly good observations about human nature. I would have liked to give this book five stars, but I'm going to settle for four. The contrivance to get our characters aboard this spaceship damaged the integrity of this story as a whole. Still, since this book is less about the science and more about the social interaction, it is worth reading, especially by a younger adult audience hungry for stories with strong female protagonists. Those who like this book may also enjoy CALLING B FOR BUTTERFLY by Louis Lawrence and INVITATION TO THE GAME by Monica Hughes.

Happy Reading! ^_^ Shanshad

excellent book ., a good one for all kids interested about Space ...

I cannot count the number of times I have spent an entire
evening with my 5 yr old being asked to explain this or that
catchy page with its wonderful graphics and amazing photos, only
to lose myself in its lucid explanations.

I wouldn't say the CD is spectacular, but my 5 yr old seems to
think it is better than any computer game he's played. He loves
the book and the CD so much that he just can't resist the
temptation to keep telling his cousins and friends about the
wonders of space, gravity, galaxies, supermassive black-holes
and quasars! It is a while now that I've read a story book to
him at night. This book is his staple.

...P>Bottom line -- I recommend this book.

This is a wonderful book, exploring nearly every aspect of space, from the Big Bang to black holes. The book is easy to understand and fun to read whether you're doing a project about space or if you just enjoy reading about it. It's chock-full of hundreds of beautiful photographs and realistic-looking pictures, too. The book is accurate, colorful, and up-to-date, and I enjoy looking through it and reading it in my spare time.

This book covers many, many topics in space. Some of them include the solar system, the planets, the sun, meteors, comets, asteroids, the Milky Way, how the universe started and what it will be like in the future, galaxies, stars, the Big Bang, other solar systems, black holes, and much more.

Plus, the book has an entire stargazing section, with directions to make your own simple telescope, star maps, observing the sky, binocular astronomy, and a lot more!

Overall, I highly recommend this book. Adults will enjoy reading it and they will learn a lot too, and young children will enjoy looking at the photographs and having adults explain to them the text. This is a valuable and complete reference, and nearly everyone will enjoy reading it.

this DK Space Encyclopida is a great book about space travel and astronomy. It explained everything i wanted to know about the subjecct. I also bought the Arty the Part-Time Astronaut Book with CD-ROM. this bookw was a fun way to look at space with interactive games and test.

This is not just an ordinary book about the solar system, it is rich with information about all aspects of space from observing the universe, exploring space, the solar system, stars, galaxies and practical stargazing. Like other DK encyclopedias this is a great piece of work. Though kids (ages 8-12) might find the text a bit difficult to understand, the pictures and the way the information is presented can still awaken their interest and capture their full attention.

This book is great for very young children wanting to learn the names and some attributes of the planets in our solar system.

My 3 and a half year old boy had this book memorized and could recite it to me after two weeks of making me read it twice a day! He loved it from the first reading.

He was already nuts about space and the planets, and was completely enthralled with the witty quirky energetic text and illustrations of these carefree colorful dogs in space helmets, zooming off to sneeze red dust on Mars, and spin sideways on the planet Uranus. A little narrating dog in the lower right corner of each page gives little cheers and comments that urge you to turn the page and see what's next. My son learned those parts first and wanted to say them after I read the main text to him. He pored over the pictures, enjoying the details.

There is nothing dry and 'educational' about this book, even though all the little facts about the planets are quite correct. One of the best new children's books I've seen.

I can't say enough about this colorful, campy, delightful book. It is one of my 2-and-a-half year-old daughter's favorites.

My daughter enjoys reading about the adventures each planet provides these spunky canines. They fly kites on windy Jupiter, wear sunglasses on Mercury and don sweaters on chilly Neptune. My daughter knows that Mars is dusty and red and that pluto is very dark--because of this book. The author and illustrator have made learning about the planets fun, interesting and entertaining.

My daughter absolutely loves the solar system maps in the front and back of the book. She can point to and name every planet, and she isn't even three years old! She talks about "jet packs" "asteroids" and Saturn's rings--concepts that the book so wonderfully depicts.

What a treasure. It is rare to find a book that is so adorable and educational. The illustrations are hilarious, as well as lively.

I highly recommend this book. Your little ones will enjoy this and you will have fun reading it to them.

Angela

What a beautifully illustrated book...Very vibrant andunusual...My daughter checked it out of her school library and shebegan to copy the drawings...I now have dogs in space all over my kitchen! It's simple but silly...It has peeked my curiosity to find out more about the author/artist...hope to see and read more of her works!

The coolest part of this book for me is when dogs in space go from Earth all the way to Mercury and when they got to Mercury it was so hot that they had to wear sunglasses. This book is an excellent good book. The pictures of this book are just magnificent. I wish to see if you like this book report. Thank you and thank you again for giving my book report a rating now goodbye.

WALTER: Hi, I'm writing this review with my 6-year old son Alden.
ALDEN: I'm writing this review with my 45-year old dad.
WALTER: We read this book together, taking turns reading a page (Alden's a very good reader for a 6-year old). As a scientific-type guy, I found The Eye Pocket to be a really fun story. I'm looking forward to reading more of Crow's books as he comes out with them. What did you like about the book, Alden?
ALDEN: I like the part where Mr Humblebeach walked in the mud in his slippers and robe because he forgot to put on his skinsuit.
WALTER: I want one of those skinsuits.
ALDEN: I want some High-V goggles.
WALTER: What else did you like?
ALDEN: The secret passageway with the green eye thing.
WALTER: Yeah, that whole book rocked.
ALDEN: Totally.
WALTER: I would recommend this book for any kid old enough to read it, and for any adults who secretly enjoy stuff like Harry Potter and Nintendo games.
ALDEN: You guys on Amazon should read this book. I LOVED it!
WALTER: OK, it's 8:33, that's 3 minutes past bedtime. Let's go, dude.
ALDEN: OK. Goodnight.
WALTER: Goodnight.

I read this book to my nine and seven year old and they loved it. At times they were drawn in by the suspense and at other times they laughed out loud at the comic relief. Best of all, they anxiously awaited bed time until I had read the whole book and always begged me to keep reading. FYI my nine year old is an extremely bright straight A 4th grader and my son is in first grade (creative type)-- not sure which one enjoyed it the most. Anyway, I think their reaction says it all, and I enjoyed the book too!

As a parent of young children, I have read many of the Magic Treehouse books, and E.J. Crow's The Eye Pocket puts those stories to shame. Crow's characters are more interesting and the premise is wonderfully original. Like J.K. Rowling, Crow has created an alternate universe that entertains both children and adults. My kids and I hope that Crow follows up The Fantastic Society of Peculiar Adventurers with another story soon.

Nine-year-old Bobby Humblebeach feels that he lives in the most boring town in America. The fact that he is the son of an unemployed adventurer, Bobby feels that his current living situation is an injustice. After all, an adventurer's son should live somewhere...adventurous! But when Bobby, along with two of his friends - Sam and Dirk - stumble upon a piece of land smack dab in the middle of the past, present, and future, known only as the Eye Pocket, he feels as if he has struck gold. Suddenly, his town doesn't seem as boring as it originally did. Now, leaving his couch, and remote control behind, Mr. Humblebeach decks himself, Bobby, Sam, and Dirk out in the finest gear for a pack of explorer's, and heads out to investigate the world they've just found. However, it is soon obvious that the mission has hit turmoil, when the four explorers dig up a mysterious gold chest, only to learn that they've disturbed its crooked owners.

I will admit that I had reservations when I first received this book, but I could not be more happy with the outcome. E.J. Crow is a new force to be reckoned with in the world of children's writers. His characters are fresh and exciting; his plot original and fast-paced; and his story absolutely spell-binding. Readers will be able to relate easily to Bobby's complaints about living in the most boring town in America; and find themselves searching for an Eye Pocket of their own. THE FANTASTIC SOCIETY OF PECULIAR ADVENTURES is an idea of a lifetime that will appeal to readers and their parents, and leave everyone grappling to become a member. A riveting tale filled with magic, technology, and a splash of mystery!

Erika Sorocco

Bobby Humblebeech's dad used to be a member of the Fantastic Society of Peculiar Adventurers. He used to go to exciting places and do and see interesting things. Then the society kicked him out. Now he just sits on the couch and watches TV. Bobby just wants to go out and have fun.

When Bobby runs into Dirk and Sam Straw, he might be in for more "fun" than he's ready for. The Straw's show him magical places that might not really exists. They only leave when they get scared away by an unidentified giant monster with tusks. The three run home to try and convince Mr. Humblebeech of what they've seen.

When Mr. Humblebeech is finally convinced, he gets so excited he actually leaves the couch! When he goes to the garage and actually lets the kids use his equipment, and wants to go see for himself, Bobby, Dirk and Sam know they're in for a real adventure.

This book is perfect for kids who grew up watching The Best of the Power Rangers - The Ultimate Rangers and similar shows. There are tons of high-tech gadgets and impressive pieces of equipment. Plus enough adventure, ghosts, and monsters to satisfy the most uninterested of children.

Reviewed by: Carrie Spellman

I loved reading this book. It was very intresting and educational. It took me through an amazing adventure. The pictures and photography are really amazing and beautiful. I highly recommend reading buying this book. It will entertain you whatever the age. Whether you are intrested in flying or not you will injoy this book!!!!

I loved reading this book. It has great pictures and photography. It was also very well written. I learned a great deal about flying and was taken through an adventure with teh boy and his grandfather. This book is both enjoyable and educational. I highly reccomend buying this book!!!

This book should really say it's written for 5 to 95 year olds as it appeals to all ages. The book provides valuable information about flying, but in a format that's colorful and humorous with drawings and photographs and quirky descriptions. Kids love it. Parents and especially grandparents enjoy that it's the story of a grandpa and his grandchild having an exciting day together flying. The adults I've shared it with say that after reading this book, they finally understand how flight works.

This is a great book. Wheather you are intrested in flying or not you will love it. It takes you through an amazing adventure with a boy and his grandfather. It is great fun. you can read it over and over again and never get sick of it. It is very educational for both the parent and the child. The pictures and photographs are beautiful. If you have a child, boy or girl you should buy this book.

Author and illustrator Julie Grist's Flying: Just Plane Fun is a delightful picture book about how planes stay up in the air, the basics of flying, and what it's like to be a pilot or co-pilot. An adventurous read which is most especially recommended for young people with a budding interest in aircraft, aviation, and the mechanics and physics thereof, Flying: Just Plane Fun is an original and enthusiastically recommended addition for family, school, and community library collections.

I actually wrote an unfinished novella based on one of the "paths" in this book. I realize now that I was writing fan fiction, so it's a good thing I never finished

My story was based on the "path" that comes from the boy narrator reading the professor's book and piloting a spacecraft. I picked the option to fire on the alien spacecraft (then I usually cheated and went back to the original choice). That led to the boy becoming ruler of an alien race with amusing commentary on politics:

"What do you mean, I'm your king?"
"What it would mean in any universe. You must never go out without twelve guards to protect you you must pretend to be happy."

I actually continued the story and wrote about the boy becoming ruler of the world, what he would face, etc. My other favorite was the aliens with baggy air sacs in the space where the sky was the sea.

And of course, Doctor Vivaldi showed up along with another familiar figure...

"Hyperspace" is my favorite of the "Choose Your Own Adventure" books I have read, and it definitely deserves to be brought back into print. Its highly self-referential storyline results in such delights as characters who know they're characters in a "Choose Your Own Adventure" story, and what surely must be the most surprising cameo in the series--an appearance by a certain person whose last name is that of an old model of car... This book is a true classic of the heyday of plot-your-own stories.

Edward Packard has just a little bit too much fun with Hyperspace, a minor classic. It's amazing that a "kiddie" book, albeit one soaked in self-referential post-modernism, remains an all-time favorite of mine.

Packard has a ball with this, the most wild and adventurous of the "Choose Your Own Adventure" series. This is pretty flipped-out stuff, and it's amusing to see the genre get played around with so much. Perhaps the last of the great ones in this series before it bogged down, with a few scattered exceptions later on.

This is without a doubt my favorite book of the CYOA series. As an 11-year-old, the storyline was so bizarre and difficult to wrap my head around that it gave my brain a major workout. I would read this book over and over, and develop lots of new fantasies based on the scenarios from the book. On the other hand, this book is so esoteric that it might put some people off on the series, so I can't recommend it for everyone. You should get this book if you enjoy CYOA in general and have an open mind for exposing your mind to new and strange concepts. If you're getting this for a child, I'd wait until they are at least 8 or 9 years old, so that they at least have a foundation of learning they can use to understand the book.

I'm going to read the book once more now, and try again to figure out what the experience of being in the sixth dimension might be like...