Books recommended by the Hawaii State Library:

“THE RABBIT LISTENED”

By Cori Doerrfeld

When Taylor’s block castle is destroyed, all the animals think they know just what to do, but only the rabbit quietly listens to how Taylor is feeling. Ages 3 to 5.

“INSIDE THE INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION”

By David Baker

Comprising modules built by the U.S., Russia and other countries, the International Space Station, or ISS, is the culmination of international cooperation in the space race.

This guide covers all aspects of the permanently manned Earth-orbiting complex where astronauts carry out scientific research. It examines how the ISS was built, its logistics modules and freighters, its use as an integrated facility, what life on board is like, and the research carried out and who benefits.

Even reluctant readers will be engaged by the diagrams, images, and appendices in this detailed guide. Ages 10-13.