Why, How, and Wow! Space: 100+ Stellar Answers to Kids' Top Space Questions

Humans just flew farther from Earth than anyone in over 50 years — and kids have questions. This is the space book with the answers: real kid questions, NASA astronaut interviews, expert-reviewed facts, and humor that actually lands. The one they'll actually read cover to cover.

From the Moon's craters to the edge of the universe, Why, How, and Wow! Space answers exactly what kids are already asking — and a few they didn't know they had.
Every fact is vetted by astronomer Dr. Ken Croswell and sourced from NASA insiders. Vivid photography and humor make even the biggest concepts feel approachable — and surprising details keep pages turning.
What's inside:

• Expert-vetted facts sourced directly from NASA insiders
• Vivid photography that makes even the biggest concepts approachable
• Surprising details that keep pages turning, cover to cover

Whether the space fan in your life is a seasoned stargazer or just starting to look up, this book meets them where their curiosity lives — and takes it further.

Stephanie Warren Drimmer
Stephanie Warren Drimmer is an award-winning author of nonfiction children's books, including the Britannica First Big Book of Why and Beyond Infinity: The James Webb Space Telescope. Stephanie has a master's degree in science journalism from New York University. She lives outside of Seattle, Washington, with her family and pets. When she's not writing or pestering scientists with questions, she likes to head into the woods to see if she can hear an owl, smell a wildflower, or spot a mushroom.

Andrew Brisman
Andrew Brisman is a freelance writer and editor with over 30 years of experience creating and editing puzzles and educational content for adults and children. He was the editor of Nick Mag Presents, a magazine produced by Nickelodeon. He has authored several books and has served as an editor and consultant for Games magazine, Highlights Puzzlemania Super Challenge, and Dell puzzle magazines. While hanging out on planet Earth, Andrew enjoys playing board games and attending the sporting events of his two teenage sons. His family has witnessed two total solar eclipses and they’re looking forward to more.

Jim Bradshaw is an illustrator whose delightful art has been seen in children’s books, magazines, TV commercials, and various other products. He lives in New Jersey.