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by Sheila Kanani (Author), Sol Linero (Illustrator)
An engaging and comprehensive guide to many exciting space-related jobs, from astronauts and rocket engineers to space chefs and even extraterrestrial scouts.
Do you have what it takes to become an astronaut, a spaceship engineer, or to work in Mission Control? Find out all about astronomy and the surprising space-related jobs out there, from training to be a space chef or designing spacesuits to searching for new planets we could live on. Written by astronomer and expert science communicator, Dr. Sheila Kanani, this out-of-this-world manual is sure to excite young space enthusiasts.
Other titles in the series include: How to Be an Detective and Other Crime-Fighting Jobs; How to Be a Vet and Other Animal Jobs.Author Biography
Dr Sheila Kanani (Author)
Dr Sheila Kanani is a space cadet, with her head high up in the clouds even when her feet are firmly on planet Earth. Sheila became interested in space and astronomy at the age of 13, and her passion sky-rocketed from there. She has a PhD in planetary science and her favourite planet is Saturn. Her favourite 'work' interests are teaching astronomy to high school-age kids and giving public talks to audiences of all ages and sizes.
Sol is a children's book illustrator and graphic designer from Buenos Aires. Her illustrations are filled with details and beautiful colors focused on children's products like books, puzzles, board books and memory games. Sol has worked for Airbnb, Pottery Barn Kids, Unicef and international magazines such as Oprah, Jamie Oliver, Wired and The Washington Post.
