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Space Band

By Tom Fletcher

Earth’s worst band is chosen for a cosmic contest but who, or what, chose them?

funny exciting imaginative heartwarming

Pageticker community rating

Average score: 4.41

From 22 readers

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

Children enjoy the funny space adventure, catchy songs and interactive QR codes, especially when music and science are both part of the fun.

Genres

Adventure Humour Friendship/Family

What is Space Band about?

George, Neila and Bash are the worst band on Earth until they’re suddenly whisked away to compete in an intergalactic Battle of the Bands! Facing off against alien groups from across the universe, winning is their only way home. With courage, friendship and a bit of cosmic luck, can they transform from Earth’s least talented trio into galaxy-wide superstars?

About the author

Tom Fletcher is a much-loved British author and musician. He is famous for writing exciting books like 'The Christmasaurus' and 'The Creakers'. Tom's stories are full of adventure, fun, and imagination. When he's not writing, he enjoys making music and sharing his love of reading with children everywhere.

Discussion ideas around Space Band

Finding Your Sound: George, Neila and Bash are not naturally brilliant musicians, so what helps them keep going and improve?

Friendship Under Pressure: How do the three friends support one another when they feel nervous, embarrassed or unsure?

What Makes a Winner?: In the intergalactic Battle of the Bands, should winning depend only on musical talent, or should other qualities matter too?

Meeting the Unknown: How does being surrounded by aliens change the way the band thinks about Earth and their own differences?

Music and Confidence: Why can making or listening to music help people express feelings that are difficult to say out loud?

Pages

400 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2023

First published

2022

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