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Children’s Picture Atlas of the Stars by Tom Kerss - Ages 7-9 - Hardback
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What is Children’s Picture Atlas of the Stars by Tom Kerss about?
Soar through the night sky with this beautifully illustrated atlas of the stars.
Explore constellations and find out about the bright stars that form them, in this beautifully illustrated book for children.
Astronomer Tom Kerss introduces the constellations that can be seen in different parts of the world and the legendary stories behind each one.
·Meet the fearsome lion Leo, one of the most ancient constellations in the skies
·Dive with Hydra, the mythical sea monster that was defeated by Hercules
·Come face-to-face with Orion, the mighty hunter from Greek mythology
From amazing animals and brilliant birds to monsters and monster-slayers – children will love learning about these incredible star patterns and the science, history and myths surrounding them.
It is the ideal Christmas gift to inspire budding astronomers and spark curiosity for the spectacular skies above.
| Feature | Specification |
| Author | Tom Kerss (F.R.A.S. Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society) |
| Illustrator | Steve Evans (Celebrated Children's Book Artist) |
| Publisher / Imprint | Collins (An Imprint of HarperCollins Publishers) |
| ISBN-13 | 9780008621933 |
| SKU / Product Code | B2D7780 |
| Format | Premium Non-Fiction Large-Format Hardback |
| Page Count | 48 Pages featuring full-colour thematic star maps |
| Target Reading Bracket | Junior Readers, Key Stage 2 Students (Ages 7 to 9 Years) |
| Core Constellations Covered | Leo the Lion, Hydra the Sea Monster, Orion the Hunter, Perseus the Slayer |
| Retail Pricing Paradigm | Exceptional 62% savings off standard high-street RRP (£4.99 vs £12.99) |
| 2026 Strategic Context | Key summer holiday outdoor hobby anchor targeting clear night skies starting next month |
Tom Kerss F.R.A.S. is an exceptionally distinguished British astronomer, astrophotographer and author who formerly served as a leading public astronomy officer at the historic Royal Observatory Greenwich. As a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society with an elite academic background in astrophysics, his space commentary is regularly sought out by major national news broadcasting corporations, providing unrivaled instructional authority. This volume is published by Collins: a premier educational imprint of HarperCollins Publishers globally celebrated since 1819 for rigorous fact-checking, safety vetting and curricular accuracy: ensuring the book aligns flawlessly with primary level science criteria. In 2026, this text remains the primary illustrated skywatching manual recommended by junior school STEM clubs, planetarium educators and independent stargazing societies across the United Kingdom for inspiring a new generation of scientific thinkers.
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