National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Space, 2nd Edition

By Catherine D. Hughes and National Geographic Kids

Hardcover

Published on Aug 4, 2026 | 128 Pages

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Grades Preschool – 2
Ages 3–7

Blast off on an outer-space adventure with this colorful interactive guide to our universe! Featuring awe-inspiring illustrations and astonishing facts, this 2nd edition of the classic beginner’s reference book introduces young readers to the wonders of our solar system and beyond.

Explore the universe and learn everything about space—from Earth to the moon, dwarf planets, galaxies, black holes, and more. Beautifully illustrated with cutting-edge photography and artists’ renditions, this Little Kids First Big Book contains expert-reviewed profiles that showcase all the different objects in our galactic neighborhood. Readers of all ages will appreciate fact-checked, kid-friendly explanations of concepts like space travel and black holes.

Inside you’ll find:

More than 150 illustrations and photographs of things found in outer space
The latest developments in space exploration
Simple text for reading aloud or beginner readers
Questions in each chapter that encourage interactive learning
Tips for parents that take the experience beyond the page

Expand your collection with these popular titles from the best-selling National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series:

National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Animals
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Reptiles and Amphibians
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Birds

ISBN 9798217225477 (Hardcover)
Published on Aug 4, 2026
Published by National Geographic Kids
Pages 128
Dimensions 9-7/8 x 9-7/8
Age Range 3-7 years
Grade Preschool - 2
Reading Level Lexile: 710L | Fountas/Pinnell: O

ISBN 9798217225484 (Hardcover Library Binding)
Published on Aug 4, 2026
Published by National Geographic Kids
Pages 128
Dimensions 9-7/8 x 9-7/8
Age Range 3-7 years
Grade Preschool - 2
Reading Level Lexile: 710L | Fountas/Pinnell: O

Catherine D. Hughes

Catherine D. Hughes is the author of several books in the National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series, including Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs, Little Kids First Big Book of Space, and Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean. She also has a degree in early childhood development.

National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids believes in the awesome power of science, exploration, and storytelling, and our children’s books bring the best of this incredible world directly to readers’ hands. Fun, colorful, and jam-packed with cool info, Nat Geo Kids books are also fact-checked, expert-reviewed, and 100 percent human-made—and from the only kids’ brand with roots in a world-class scientific organization. From leveled readers to photo-rich almanacs and from baby animals to dangerous dinosaurs, Nat Geo Kids has a book that will spark curiosity and ignite wonder in every young explorer!