Description
Never has humble paper had such radical ambitions.
Defying every expectation of what a book can also be, this pop-up extravaganza transforms into six fully functional tools: an actual working planetarium projecting the constellations, a musical instrument complete with strings for strumming, a geometric drawing generator, an infinite calendar, a message decoder, or even a speaker that amplifies sound. Artist Kelli Anderson contributes enlightening text alongside every pop-up, explaining the scientific principles at play in her constructions and creating an interactive experience that is as educational as it’s strange. Inspiring awe that lasts long after the initial pop, This Book Is a Planetarium leaves readers of every age with a renewed appreciation for the best way things work—and for the enduring magic of books.
Astronomy book with 6 fully-functional pop-up tools
Encourages interest in science, geometry, music, constellations
Text explains the scientific principles at play
Six fully functional tools pop up
Tools: an actual working planetarium projecting the constellations, a musical instrument complete with strings for strumming, a geometric drawing generator, an infinite calendar, a message decoder, or even a speaker that amplifies sound