Our Christmas Book Guide
- 13th Dec 2024
- Author: Cariad Wooster - Media and PR Officer
We’ve already taken you through some of the highlights of our gift shop here, but if you’re spoilt for choice, we’ve narrowed down some of our top picks. Whether you’re buying for someone just beginning to learn about the solar system or someone who wants to read an astronaut’s account of their time in space, we’re sure to have something that works for you.
All of the books listed below are available to purchase in our gift shop, so make sure to check it out when you visit us over Christmas!
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Collins Children’s Guide to the Night Sky
If you want to treat a young astronomer, look no further than Children’s Guide to the Night Sky. Written by Tom Kerss in partnership with the National Space Centre, it will take you through all 4 seasons of the night sky and what you can spot. Whether you’re just using your eyes or you’ve got a telescope on hand, this book will teach you everything from the basics of stargazing to how to spot deep sky objects and try your hand at astrophotography. No matter whether you’re buying for someone who’s just getting started or wants to further their understanding, this is a great gift for them.
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National Space Centre A Very Curious Christmas
For something a little more festive, A Very Curious Christmas by Maddie Moate explains the science behind snowflakes, fairy lights and holly leaves, as well as discovering Christmas traditions from around the world. We were lucky enough to welcome Maddie to the centre in 2023 to launch the book, to tell us about how astronauts eat Christmas dinner in space, and show off some fun and festive demos. The book also contains plenty of crafts you can make at home.
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BBC The Book of the Moon
We’ve got plenty of books for adults, too. Book of the Moon by Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock takes a look at the moon from multiple angles, discussing the science behind its formation and how it protects our Earth as well as why it has captured humanity’s imagination. From the scientific explanations behind eclipses to poetry and short stories involving the moon, this book is sure to
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ESA Hello, is this planet Earth?
Hello, is this Planet Earth by Tim Peake rounds off our list. Full of photographs taken by Tim during his six-month mission aboard the International Space Station, it has been described as “mesmerising,” “inspiring,” and “truly out of this world.” With over 150 photographs of the Earth from space, complete with extra information about the views beneath as well as comments from Tim. A gorgeous book to flip through, this would be perfect to surprise anyone with.
There’s still plenty more we haven’t covered on offer, from picture books to novel-length explorations of the Apollo 11 mission. There’s always something for everyone, and only one place to find it all, so be sure to take a visit to our gift shop- maybe you’ll gift someone their new favourite read!
