Space Kids, Mars Mission

Space Kids, Mars Mission

by Aleesah Darlison

Illustrated by Nancy Bevington

Published by Big Sky Publishing
ISBN 9781761263118

Just imagine you are in 2088 and living in a space station. Misty Space Station is where 11 year old Nash an his dad Orson live. Sounds pretty exciting and we found that this story has all the elements for an intriguing science fiction story for ages 7 - 12.

Nash's best friends KC and Raj are on a holiday the holiday spaceship.

Suddenly a distress signal is received on Misty Space Station from a colony of researchers and scientists living on Mars and Captain Malik decides to send an urgent supply mission.

Things become a bit hairy when it's realised the only way they can reach Nash and his brilliant dad Orson, is via a special supply mission, but Mars is a long way to go.

This story is so well written we could feel the excitement and the anxious moments as the Space Kids try desperately using all the latest technology which has changed or shall we say improved a lot by 2088 to rescue the pair.

The importance of teamwork, courage and belief in what you are doing is clear, plus if they are to succeed they need to be resourceful.

Not only is this a good little story, it imparts good positive ideas in a gripping story to readers and the small number of illustrations helps the reader capture the visual story in the minds eye.

The author

Aleesah Darlison is an award-winning author of over 65 books for children. She is well-known for her books that empower children and champion the cause of animals and the environment. Aleesah has won or been shortlisted for many awards including the Book Excellence Awards, the Environment Award for Children’s Literature, the CBCA Awards.

The illustrator

Nancy Bevington is an energetic, multifaceted visual artist. Her artistic career spans over three decades, working in painting, illustration and concept creation and execution. Picture books are one of her real passions. Using her many styles and techniques she has the ability to interpret the written word and bring a story to life.