Description
A Space Adventure: The Flight of the Mariposa
Book Summary
A science fiction novel for 10-year-olds that combines an exciting space adventure with rigorous educational content. The Earth is so polluted that humanity must look for a new home. A scientist, a pilot, and a child from each continent take off aboard the ship Mariposa on a journey that will lead them to discover every planet in the solar system. Through dangerous adventures, the protagonists will discover fascinating scientific curiosities and return with an environmental message that is fundamental for the future of the planet.
What is it about?
In the near future, pollution has reached unsustainable levels and humanity faces the need to find a new habitable planet. To do this, a crew is formed consisting of a scientist, a pilot, and a child representative from each continent. Aboard the ship Mariposa, they embark on an interstellar journey that takes them to visit the planets of the solar system. During their voyage, they face dangers and challenges that test their ingenuity and teamwork. The book includes footnotes that refer to the end of the work, where curiosities such as the origin of the names of the planets, the days of the week, the signs of the zodiac, the difference between asteroids and comets, distances in the solar system, and the names of chemical elements are explained.
Main Themes
- Space exploration and knowledge of the solar system
- Ecological awareness and sustainability of planet Earth
- Teamwork and international cooperation
- Children's science fiction with a scientific basis
- Astronomical and scientific curiosities
Who is it recommended for?
This book is especially recommended for boys and girls aged 10 and up who are curious about space, science, and adventure. It is also ideal for young readers who enjoy learning while having fun, and for parents and educators looking for a work that combines entertainment with rigorous educational content about the solar system and ecology.
What this book offers
- An exciting adventure story that maintains interest and narrative tension
- Verified scientific knowledge about the solar system, presented in an enjoyable and accessible way
- A clear environmental message that invites reflection on caring for the planet
- Additional curiosities and facts that enrich the reading experience and encourage autonomous learning
- Values such as collaboration, diversity, and responsibility towards the environment
Technical Specifications
- Author: ORTIZ CASAS, JORDI
- Publisher: Editorial el Pirata
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Science fiction (children's/young adult), social issues: environmental issues and relat
- Collection: Books for 10-year-olds
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: March 2021
- Number of pages: 180
- Weight: 309 g
Editorial Review
A Space Adventure: The Flight of the Mariposa stands out for its ability to unite fiction and scientific popularization in a natural and attractive way. The work offers young readers a reading experience that not only entertains, but also educates about the solar system and fosters ecological awareness. The use of footnotes with scientific curiosities adds extra value that invites exploration and autonomous learning. It is a recommended option for those looking for a book that awakens an interest in science and caring for the planet from an early age.