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Miles & Lee Space Explores/Miles & Lee exploradores del espacio

A bilingual English and Spanish picture book and the "pilot" book for the Miles & Lee series. The book is science fiction for youngsters. Two brothers, the grandsons and sons of the co-authors, take a trip to the two ringed planets in our outer solar system. Equal parts dream and pure imagination, this story blasts off in a toy spaceship turned real. Readers will explore a moon of Saturn, collect samples, make Popsicles, take pictures, and invent new technology. Our adventurers also learn about family and how much we miss one another when we're away on a long trip. The brothers safely return home! Hidden inside the illustrations is a special little creature, an alien friend inspired by children's imaginary friends, who tags along for the journey. 

Recommended Ages 3-7

What Readers Are Saying!

"I bought this book last year & my son was a little young. Now he's almost four & likes the story as well as pictures and facts about space. My youngest is 18 months & likes the pics & being read to even though the story is over her head. A nice way to integrate Spanish into their lives."

"Wonderful story. The book is well written and beautifully illustrated. The story is adventurous and a neat way to introduce your child to space travel and a bond two siblings can share."