John MacDonald's educational picture book, Through the Milky Way on a PB&J, is a great way for younger children to learn about our galaxy. A brother and sister go planet hopping on a handcrafted space vessel that can be fueled by a special kid-ingredient. Loads of science facts are presented in a fun way for children to easily assimilate. The rhyming narrative makes the book a good candidate for a whole class read-aloud activity.
Learning in a fun way--what else can a parent or teacher want?
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through the Milky Way on a PB&J
Colorful illustrated children's book about a trip to the planeterium.
Thomas and his sister Sami must come along with his class and his mother.
Now that school is out they spend time in the treehouse planning their field trip.
Their mom will give them PB&J sandwiches, their favorite.
They start at the sun and then move onto the planets all in order. They discover what makes them each special.
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