Rocket Says Look Up!

By Nathan Bryon, Dapo Adeola (illustrator),

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Book description

Meet Rocket--a plucky aspiring astronaut intent on getting her community to LOOK UP! from what they're doing and reach for the stars in this auspicious debut picture book. Honored as a Chicago Public Library 2019 Best of the Best Book!

A comet will be visible tonight, and Rocket wants everyone…

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Why read it?

1 author picked Rocket Says Look Up! as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Rocket is a little girl who loves outer space and the famous astronaut, Mae Jemison.

She’s on a mission to spread her enthusiasm for the subject and also to see the Phoenix Meteor Shower. Dapo Adeola creates the most endearing characters in this story. All the details in Rocket’s neighborhood and the characters’ wonderful expressions will keep you chuckling and totally engaged.

You might also be wondering where you can see a meteor shower near you!

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