1 / 4Planetarium: Welcome to the Museum
Planetarium: Welcome to the Museum is an illustrated book about space, ranging from the Sun and solar system to stars, the Milky Way and the wider universe. Its 112-page format and listed reading age of 8–12 years make it a potential choice for young astronomy readers and adults who enjoy illustrated reference books.
At a glance
- Illustrated tour of space, from the Sun and solar system to stars, the Milky Way and the universe beyond.
- Artwork by Chris Wormell, with text by astrophysics professor Raman Prinja, according to the listing.
- Listed reading age is 8–12 years, with a grade-level range of 3–7.
Reference price: $53.99
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Covers multiple scales of astronomy, from the solar system to the wider universe.
- The large listed dimensions and 112-page length support an illustrated, browseable book format.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Big Picture Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | April 9 2019 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 112 pages |
| Reading age | 8 - 12 years |
| Grade level | 3 - 7 |
| ISBN-10 | 1536206237 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1536206234 |
| Dimensions | 27.94 x 1.57 x 37.8 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.25 kg |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Children aged 8–12 with an interest in astronomy and space.
- Readers seeking an illustrated space book for browsing or as a gift.
- Adults who enjoy visual, introductory astronomy books.
Less suited to
- Buyers looking for an activity workbook, fiction story or hands-on astronomy guide. The listing describes an illustrated informational book.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the illustrations and visuals as beautiful and the content as informative. Those reported strengths suit a book whose listing emphasizes artwork and a broad tour of space. The aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, but ratings alone do not establish which parts readers valued or whether every reader will find the explanations suitable.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the illustrations and pictures.
- Readers describe the content as informative.
Frequently asked questions
What subjects does Planetarium cover?
The listing says it ranges from the Sun and solar system to stars, the Milky Way and the universe beyond.
Who is this book aimed at?
The listed reading age is 8–12 years and the grade level is 3–7. Adults who enjoy illustrated astronomy books may also find the format appealing.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 112 pages.
Is this an illustrated book?
Yes. The listing describes artwork by Chris Wormell and customer feedback also praises the illustrations and visuals.
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