Oxford First Book of Space

The Oxford First Book series also takes readers to space in one of its two new titles. The Oxford First Book of Space by Andrew Langley begins with the stars, moon and sun, then moves onto the earth and its solar system, including the birth and death of a star. ""Look Closer"" boxes invite readers to examine scientific discoveries or questions, and several spreads focus on life in space (including taking a shower) and walking on the moon. The Oxford First Book of Animals by Barbara Taylor arranges its information thematically. For example, the spread ""Living Together"" highlights a termite tower, organized like a city, and a sweetlips fish that holds open its mouth for a teeth cleaning--by a cleaner wrasse, a much smaller fish. Diagrams and photographs demonstrate how nature's inhabitants both work together and fight to survive. (Feb.)