Books Like Life on Mars
Families who loved Life on Mars by Jon Agee often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Life on Mars by Jon Agee often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child feels discouraged by a search that seems to yield no results, or when you simply want to share a laugh over a classic case of dramatic irony. This clever story follows a determined young astronaut who lands on Mars, convinced he will find life. While he trudges across the rocky landscape feeling increasingly lonely and unsuccessful, young readers will be delighted to see a massive, friendly Martian following right behind him. It is a brilliant exercise in perspective that rewards observant eyes. At its heart, this is a story about perseverance and the way our expectations can blind us to what is right in front of our noses. The tone is quiet and dryly funny, making it an excellent choice for a wind-down bedtime read that still offers a mental workout. It validates a child's sense of wonder while gently poking fun at the 'expert' who thinks they know everything. It is perfectly pitched for preschoolers and early elementary students who love being 'in on the joke.'
