Tractors In Space

What do our readers think of Tractors In Space? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children especially enjoy the funny mix of tractors and space, along with the bright, colourful illustrations and lively adventure. Children who love vehicles or outer space find Toby's journey particularly entertaining and often want to hear the story again.

What does the Pageticker team say about Tractors In Space?

We love the joyful silliness of this imaginative adventure, which brings together two firm children's favourites: tractors and space. Toby's big dream, unexpected friendships and Alex Willmore's lively illustrations make this a strong choice for shared storytime, especially for children who enjoy vehicles, cosmic adventures and plenty of visual jokes. Its space science is playful rather than rigorous: a springboard for curiosity, perhaps, rather than a factual guide.

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What is Tractors In Space about?

Toby the tractor dreams of more than farm life - he's set his sights on space! Join Toby on a thrilling journey through the cosmos, dodging asteroids and making unexpected friends. With heartwarming storytelling and hilarious illustrations by award-winning artist Alex Willmore, this delightful picture book will have young readers giggling from lift-off to landing.

About the author

Ross MacKay is a friendly author from Scotland who loves telling exciting stories for children. He is best known for his book 'Will and the Whisp', which is full of adventure and imagination. Ross enjoys inspiring young readers to be creative and hopes his stories will spark curiosity and wonder in everyone who reads them.

Discussion ideas around Tractors In Space

Big dreams: Toby dreams of going to space. What big adventure would you like to have, and what might you need to make it happen?

Being a good friend: How do Toby and the other tractors help one another, and what makes someone a helpful friend?

Farm or space?: Which would you rather explore: a farm or the solar system? What would you hope to see there?

Silly ideas: Why is it funny to imagine tractors in space, and what other unlikely vehicles could go on an adventure?

Looking closely: What details in the illustrations make the journey feel exciting, funny or surprising?