It’s National Space Day today, which makes it the perfect day to share some more middle grade books to read if you love space! love sharing the best space books for kids and middle grade readers. Not only are these books fun and entertaining, but they are also really informative. Whether you have a reader who wants to know more about space or wants a book set in space, I guarantee there’s a book on this list that’s perfect for them!
15 Exciting Books for Kids Who Love Space
I love reading books about space, especially picture books. With lots of books to choose from, here are 15 exciting books for kids who love space! With so many great books to choose from, it can be overwhelming to find engaging and entertaining stories. The books on this list are so much fun and are great choices for kids who are curious about outer space.
The Best Books for Kids About Women and Space
There are so many incredible women who have contributed to important discoveries in space and astronomy. This list features the best books for kids about women and space that readers of all ages will love! Women have played an important role in space exploration over the years. The picture books on this list feature amazing women who are sure to inspire young girls and any other child who loves space.
15 Out of This World Middle Grade Space Books
Today’s post is perfect for those looking for the best middle grade space books! Yesterday, I shared a list of fifteen space books for kids. But there are so many amazing middle grade space books too! Recently, I read Hidden Figures: Young Readers’ Edition and Reaching for the Moon. Since they are such great reads, I had to share a list of more middle grade space books! Whether you’re a teacher looking for recommendations or a parent with a budding astronaut, this list is for you!
Reaching for the Moon by Katherine Johnson
Because of the recent Space X and NASA launch, I’ve been wanting to read more books about space. Reaching for the Moon is the autobiography of Katherine Johnson, a former mathematician for NASA. As a mathematician, she played an important role in landing man on the moon.
Hidden Figures: Young Readers’ Edition by Margot Lee Shetterly
I am such a fan of space. Man on the moon and space expeditions in general are incredible intriguing to me. With the recent Space X and NASA launch, I finally took the time to pick up Hidden Figures: Young Readers’ Edition. It is such an insightful, engaging and educational read!