Science Fiction

 

 Toys in Space by Mini Grey

 

Summary:

This book is about children's toys that are left outside at night. Once the sun goes down and it gets dark, some of the toys become afraid, so one of the other toys tells a story to them. The story is about the toys going to space and finding a bunch of other lost toys and returning them to their homes. When the story is over, the sun has risen and the toys are happy and safe.

 

Evaluation by genre and illustrations:

This is a science fiction book that includes magic and magic realism. Science fiction comes into play as it includes outer space and the idea of aliens. It also includes magic and magic realism, as the toys are able to travel to outer space and complete a quest of returning other lost toys to home.

The illustrations use the outline style to help tell the story and includes the elements of color and shape to keep the readers attention.

Activity:

A fun activity for children would to have them think about the things they think they might find in outer space, and what they would do with those things if they found them.

 

Thoughts:

I thought this was a cute book, probably not my favorite. I was not too crazy about the story line, I think the author could have made it a little more exciting for the readers. I did, however, enjoy the illustrations that went along with story, which was why I originally chose this book from the library. 

What do you think about reading a story to children that includes aliens?

Do you think this could be a scary thought for them or would it help to peak their imagination?

 

Reference:

Grey, M. (2013). Toys in space. London: Random House Children's Books, London.