Space Books for Preschoolers

Whether you are looking for books to go along with a space theme, you are studying the planets, this your M is for moon week, or your child just has a natural interest in outer space, you will love these space books for preschoolers! These space books for kids are filled with whimsical characters and beautiful illustrations to make them the best books for preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, first grade, and elementary age students!

Space Books for Preschoolers

There are lots of amazing children’s books that introduce kids to space and the universe. This list of space books for preschoolers contains stories that take place in space, informational books about planets and space, and space themed concept books, perfect for sharing with young ones.

Space Books

Pete the Cat: Out of This World was written by James Dean and illustrated by Kimberly Dean. Join the groovy cat as he heads off to space camp and learns from astronauts about space travel.

My First Book of Planets: All About the Solar System for Kids was written by Bruce Betts, PhD. This informative book is full of facts about the planets, written in an easy to understand style. The text is paired with striking photos that take students deep into space to view the planets.

On the Launch Pad was written by Michael Dahl and illustrated by Derrick Alderman and Denise Shea. This counting book uses a space theme to introduce young readers to numbers and counting. The simple text counts down while the colorful illustrations include different ways to show the featured number.

Peppa in Space was created by Nick Jr. Join the beloved pig as she visits the museum with her family and learns about space and the moon.

I am Neil Armstrong was written by Adam Meltzer and illustrated by Christopher Eliopoulos. This addition to the “Ordinary People Change the World” series introduces young readers to Neil Armstrong, and shares the character traits that he exhibited as well as the successes and failures of his career.

Outer space books for preschoolers

Moon! Earth’s Best Friend was written by Stacy McAnulty and illustrated by Stevie Lewis. In this lighthearted addition to the “Our Universe” series, kids are introduced to the moon from the perspective of the moon herself. Kids will enjoy the funny illustrations and the cute narration style.

Goodnight Spaceman was written by Michelle Robinson and illustrated by Nick East. This rhyming bedtime book follows two space loving boys as they bid goodnight to all kinds of space themed objects.

Astro Girl was written and illustrated by Ken Wilson-Max. Follow a young girl named Astrid as she attempts to prepare for her dream of becoming an astronaut through some imaginative play with her dad. Kids and adults will love the sweet ending.

Roaring Rockets was written by Tony Mitton and Ant Parker. This book uses simple text and cute illustrations to teach young readers about rockets. The rhyming text is paired with cartoon illustrations that show an animal crew preparing to blast off in a rocket.

Smart Kids: Space: For Kids Who Really Love Space! was written by Roger Priddy. This informational guide to space is packed full of facts, shared in a fun and engaging format.

Preschool Space Books

Pluto Gets the Call was written by Adam Rex and illustrated by Laurie Keller. In this hilarious book, Pluto gets the call from Earth scientists that he is no longer a planet. He travels through the solar system talking to other planets, and eventually gets a heartwarming lesson from the Sun.

Mousetronaut was written by Mark Kelly and illustrated by C.F. Payne. This story about a mouse in space was inspired by astronaut Mark Kelly’s real experience flying to space with mice. When trouble strikes during a mission, it is up to the littlest crew member to save the day.

An Alphabet in Space was written by R.M. Smith. This alphabet book pairs each letter with a different space themed concept. The peppy rhyming text is paired with colorful illustrations.

Mae Among the Stars was written by Roda Ahmed and illustrated by Stasia Burrington. In this book inspired by the real life story of Mae Jemison, readers are introduced to the first African American woman in space,. The text follows her as she dreams of one day visiting space, and eventually makes history through her perseverance and determination.

Me and My Place in Space was written by Joan Sweeney and illustrated by Christine Gore. This book introduces kids to space and how it relates to them through clear, easy to understand text and brightly colored illustrations.

Space books for kids

There Was an Old Astronaut Who Swallowed the Moon was written by Lucille Colandro and illustrated by Jared Lee. In this space themed spin on the classic story, the old woman swallows a moon and other space themed items. Kids will love the repeating text and the funny illustrations.

Hedgie Blasts Off! was written and illustrated by Jan Brett. Join Hedgie, a little hedgehog, as he fulfills his dream of traveling into space in an attempt to save a small planet in trouble.

National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Space was written by Catherine D. Hughes. This informative introduction to space uses beautiful illustrations and easy to read text to teach young readers all about space.

The Pop-Up Guide: Space was written by Sophie Dussaussois and illustrated by Charline Picard. This interactive book teaches young readers about space through descriptive text, labeled illustrations, and large pop up images on each page.

The Magic School Bus Lost in the Solar System was written by Joanna Cole and illustrated by Bruce Degan. Follow along as Ms. Frizzle and her class hop aboard the Magic School Bus and take a trip into space!

Best space books for kids

There’s No Place Like Space was written by Tish Rabe and illustrated by Aristides Ruiz. Join the Cat in the Hat as he travels into space and teaches the reader about space, planets, constellations, and more.

National Geographic Readers: Planets was written by Elizabeth Carney. This early reader is full of facts about planets and the solar system. The easy to read text and clear layout make it a great starter nonfiction text for little ones to explore.

Goodnight, Astronaut was written by Scott Kelly and illustrated by Izzy Barton. In this book, Scott Kelly, the astronaut, details some of the interesting places he has slept, and how sleep is important for adventures and following your dreams.

Zoo in the Sky: A Book of Animal Constellations was written by Jacqueline MItton and illustrated by Christina Balit. This book introduces young readers to a variety of constellations in the night sky, with vibrant illustrations full of shiny stars.

Smithsonian Kids: To the Moon and Back was written by Jaye Garnett and illustrated by Olga Demidova. This interactive board book is full of fascinating facts paired with adorable illustrations with tabs and parts that kids can move.