What This Book Is About
Have you ever wondered what astronauts eat when they're floating hundreds of miles above Earth? How do you pour a glass of juice when there's no gravity? Can you eat a sandwich without the crumbs drifting into the control panel? This book answers all of these questions and more, taking young readers on a fascinating zero-gravity tour of mealtime in orbit.
From the early days of squeezing food paste out of tubes to today's surprisingly tasty space menus, How to Eat in Space explores the real science behind feeding astronauts on the International Space Station. Readers will discover how food is freeze-dried, how water is recycled, and even how astronauts grow lettuce in space. Packed with colorful illustrations and laugh-out-loud facts, this is the kind of non-fiction book that makes kids say, "Wait, really?!" on every page. Perfect for curious minds who love science, space, and snacks.
Available at Popular bookstores, Kinokuniya, and the Singapore National Library.
Why UWC Chose This Book
UWC's Grade 2 curriculum places a strong emphasis on building non-fiction reading skills early. Many young readers gravitate naturally toward stories, but international school assessments increasingly require comprehension of informational texts. How to Eat in Space is an ideal bridge because it reads like a fun adventure while quietly teaching the structures of non-fiction: headings, captions, diagrams, and fact boxes.
The book also connects beautifully to UWC's values of curiosity and international-mindedness. Astronauts from different countries work together on the International Space Station, sharing meals from their home cultures in zero gravity. This naturally sparks conversations about collaboration across borders, scientific inquiry, and environmental stewardship—since space food technology often inspires sustainable solutions on Earth.
Reading Level Guide
Building reading foundations? Start with picture books and simple labeled stories.
Perfect difficulty. Engaging stories with simple vocabulary for early readers.
An easy, quick read at A2. Great for building reading speed and confidence.
Other UWC Recommended Books for This Grade
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