Walker, Sally M. Out of This World: Star-Studded Haiku. Matthew Trueman, Illus. Non-fiction. Candlewick, 04/2022. [32]pp. $18.99. 978-1-5362-0356-1. ADDITIONAL. GRADES 2-5.
The solar system and universe are presented via simple, three-line haiku poems and beautifully detailed mixed-media illustrations. Aspects of the universe’s creation, the solar system, and planets, plus human exploration are presented via easy-to-read haiku which lead readers from one quickly presented topic to the next. Better placed with the astronomy books than poetry books, especially with the six pages of explanatory back matter that steps through each page and topic.
Joshua Rees, Daly City Public Library
