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This Book Is a Planetarium: And Other Extraordinary Pop-Up Contraptions

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Defying every expectation of what a book can be, this pop-up extravaganza transforms into six fully functional tools.Never has humble paper had such radical ambitions. "As impossible as it seems, this brilliant book allows its reader to manipulate scientific concepts like light, sound, time, and space. It is an irresistible treat for all ages."—Amazon reviewer A completely unique and incredibly cool pop-up science book for adults and kids who love design, interactive art, and paper toys, This Book is a Planetarium is a single volume that turns into:A working planetarium book projecting constellations on the ceilings and wallsA musical instrument with strings to strumA geometric drawing generatorAn infinite calendarA message decoderA speaker that amplifies sound Artist Kelli Anderson contributes enlightening text alongside each pop- up, explaining the scientific principles at play in her constructions and creating an interactive experience that's as educational as it is extraordinary. Inspiring awe that lasts long after the initial pop, This Book Is a Planetarium leaves readers with a renewed appreciation for the way things work—and for the enduring magic of books. Perfect for:Fans of adult pop-up books like Robert Sabuda's Encyclopedia Prehistorica Dinosaurs: The Definitive Pop-Up, Matthew Reinhart's Harry Potter: A Pop-Up Guide to Hogwarts, and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Interactive MinaLima editionBirthday, Father's Day, Mother's Day, graduation, holiday, and roommate gifts for men and womenDisplaying alongside art, fashion, and design coffee table books or gift books that celebrate science such as Neil deGrasse Tyson's Welcome to the Universe in 3D Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Chronicle Books


Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 3, 2017


Edition ‏ : ‎ Pop


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 5 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1452136211


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 19


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.5 pounds


Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.7 x 1.2 x 12.05 inches


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Great Book
Format: Hardcover
Bought for a gift. Can't to read it with my Grandson. He is going to love it!
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2024 by cindy walters
    • Great present...
Format: Hardcover
I gave this book to a young girl and was told it was her favorite Christmas present. It was the only present she got that she spent the day mesmerized by it. She takes it everywhere.
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2024 by K. Soudant
    • this brilliant book allows its reader to manipulate scientific concepts like ...
Format: Hardcover
As impossible as it seems, this brilliant book allows its reader to manipulate scientific concepts like light, sound, time, and space. It provides teachers, parents, grandparents, librarians, children and unaccompanied adults the opportunity to play and learn without pain. Each person who makes up a secret code, or creates kaleidoscopic art using the spirograph, or figures out which day birthdays will be three years hence, or projects accurate constellations onto the ceiling, cannot help but be entranced! The book's vivid colors are beautiful. The paper pop-ups are sturdy. And, the reader is treated to concise explanations matching these ingenious inventions. It is a great buy for active thinkers, though it requires a smartphone or a flashlight, plus pens and blank paper, to fully enjoy all of the contraptions within. This "doing" book is perfect for use in independent learning centers, or for grandparents to share with grandchildren, or as a teaching tool in science or design classrooms. It is an irresistible treat for all ages. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2018 by Dottie Dunnam
    • Not as expected
Format: Hardcover
I purchased this book believing it was a cool interactive pop-up book about space. I was incorrect. This book has multiple different paper cut pop ups that vary from a Spirograph to a speaker. It’s not about space-or planets-or really anything I wanted. I should have sent this book back-my two kids 9 and 11 haven’t even looked at this book-it’s just been my husband and sometimes I. I do however appreciate the paper crafting cleverness that was involved in creating each of these pages-that is all. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2023 by Jestelle
    • My nephew loves this book
Format: Hardcover
Bought it for my nephew birthday, it is super cool, it's more than a book it turns into several other things. I've never seen a book like this before, educational and super fun *he is age 10
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2023 by Ericka Mooney
    • Ingenious
Format: Hardcover
I didn't think this would be as fun as it is, but the book is a very cute gift idea and adult my recipient loved it. She even took the time to perfect the planetarium viewer for best resolution with her cell phone flashlight. The spirograph is the second favorite page. We had used pizza boxes as speakers before, and this speaker isn't as ingenious, but still fun as is the decoder and calendar. Not quite as excited about the instrument, but still a good page in the book. All in all, a great interactive present that doesn't just sit on the shelf. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2019 by K Griffee
    • The perfect gift for any child (and some adults)
Format: Hardcover
So much fun! This interactive book is now my go-to gift for kids or friends with kids. The pages are pretty sturdy so it will hold up to toddler messes and active hands, and the wow factor is definitely there.
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2023 by AmazC1
    • So fun
Format: Hardcover
This was a huge hit with my 6-year-old. He loves the speaker and planetarium pages and it works really well. I purchased a used copy and was worried it may be a little worn. Luckily, to my surprise it was in pristine condition and had no tears, missing pieces, or damage. We love interactive learning books like this and I would recommend it for a kid that has an interest in how things work and is a bit older so the book is not destroyed. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2021 by Lorissa Patton

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