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by Joanne Swihart (Author), Jennifer Rees (Editor), Mike Cañas (Illustrator)
"Monster Planet, Monster Truck!" is creative story about how a child's imagination can make the impossible, possible. While sitting in class learning about the solar system our lead character imagines his favorite toy monster truck transforming into a rocket ship. He and his magical monster truck are able to travel to his favorite planet Jupiter where they transform the planet to be able to sustain life. His magical monster truck is like a Swiss army knife with many different gizmos and gadgets that help him build all the key elements needed to support life. He goes on side trips to the asteroid belt and Jupiter's moon Europa to supply soil and water for his Jupiter world. He also introduces technology already used by astronauts today. While making the planet habitable is serious work our creative duo also just want to have some fun. Enjoy this fun and educational journey to outer space!
Ideal For:
- Children aged 4-11.
- Kids obsessed with monster trucks.
- Elementary aged kids learning about the solar system, the elements needed to support life, creative thinking, engineering and more!
Why both parents and kids will love "Monster Planet, Monster Truck!"
- Monster Trucks + Outer Space: Two universal kid favorites in one thrilling adventure-monster trucks and rocket ships!
- Imaginative Exploration: A fun, fast-paced journey to Jupiter sparks curiosity about space, planets, and the idea of life beyond Earth.
- Action & Adventure: A high-energy story with daring missions, bold ideas, and the excitement of building something new in the unknown.
- Inspires Big Dreams: Encourages kids to think big, explore, and imagine endless possibilities.
- STEM Themes Made Fun: Introduces space, planets, and engineering concepts in a playful, accessible way.
- Positive Message: Highlights creativity, problem-solving, bravery, and perseverance-values parents appreciate.
- Quality Time: A book that's just as fun to read aloud as it is for kids to flip through on their own.
