Families who loved Moon Base and Beyond: The Lunar Gateway to Deep Space by Alicia Z. Klepeis 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 starts looking at the moon with a sense of 'how' rather than just 'why.' It is the perfect choice for the young tinkerer or future engineer who is beginning to realize that space exploration is a practical, building-focused reality rather than just a far-off fantasy. It validates their curiosity about how humans might actually survive and thrive in extreme environments. The book outlines the ambitious scientific plans for the Lunar Gateway, a station designed to orbit the moon, and the eventual construction of permanent lunar bases. It balances technical information with a high-energy, optimistic tone that fosters a growth mindset. Targeted at the 8 to 12 age range, it provides enough detail to satisfy a budding scientist without becoming overwhelmed by jargon. Parents will appreciate how it frames space travel as a collaborative human endeavor, emphasizing engineering and technology as tools for discovery.
