Out of This World: Star-Studded Haiku
About the Book
In Out of This World, haiku becomes a language spaceship. The outer space journeys include the birth of the universe. Readers travel throughout solar system, meeting its galaxy, star, and planets. Nonfiction narrative at the end of the book provides the reader with additional information about the subjects introduced in the haiku.
Reviews
“The text blends scientific theory with a sense of awe … Walker’s spare and eloquent phrases are paired with Trueman’s spectacular mixed-media illustrations … The blend of artistry and accurate, up-to date scientific information (including an appended glossary, further reading section, and online resources) makes this collection a must-have.” (The Horn Book, starred review)
“Walker returns with a companion to her more grounded haiku book, Earth Verse (2018), this time to explore the infinite possibilities of poetry in space and beyond the known universe. Walker’s intriguing, succinct haiku are accompanied by Trueman’s stunning illustrations of celestial entities as they take the reader on a tour of the stars, planets, solar systems, and the natural beauty of outer space …” (Booklist)
“Walker’s haiku endow scientific spaces with personality: “gaudy Milky Way/ spiral arms blossom outward/ galactic pinwheel.” The perspective of Trueman’s illustrations will make readers feel as if they are floating in the middle of the galaxy and can see the planets with their own eyes Purchase to bring more STEM to poetry collections.” (School Library Journal)
written by Sally M. Walker
illustrated by Matthew Trueman
Candlewick Press, 12 April 2022
hardcover: 978–1536203561
48 pages, ages 7 and up
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