First published 1998
Patricia Demuth takes young readers on a journey to the red planet in this accessible science book. She begins with the myths and stories about little green Martians that have captured imaginations for generations. The book then shifts to real scientific exploration, covering the latest findings from NASA's robotic explorers Pathfinder and Sojourner as they traverse the Martian surface. Demuth explains complex space science concepts in simple terms that beginning readers can understand. She covers Mars as the fourth world from our sun, describing its unique features and the challenges of studying a planet millions of miles away. The book bridges the gap between science fiction dreams and scientific reality, showing how human curiosity drives us to explore distant worlds.
Genres: science, science-fiction, non-fiction
Vibes: accessible, educational, thought-provoking
Tropes: educational, science-fact
Setting: Mars
32 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Grosset & Dunlap