Join Luke and his friends as they have an out-of-this-world day with their very own SPACESHIP! Using teamwork to reach space, showing kindness by helping others, and having fun on the moon, these kind friends learn, laugh, and grow while exploring spaceship

Vaughan Duck’s bright and expressive illustrations amplify the action and add humor and charm throughout. This book would be a hit with any child who dreams of adventure, and it offers educators and parents a great opportunity to discuss science, kindness, and working together. 

Science and space often captivate the minds of elementary students. Their questions become more specific: "How does gravity work?" "What is the moon made of?" The Day I Had a Spaceship feeds this intellectual hunger while keeping the fun alive.

Reviewers praise how this book introduces facts about lunar gravity and moon dust naturally within the narrative. For a child aged 6-8, this blend of fiction and fact is incredibly engaging.

Why it fits the 6-8 age group:

• STEM Engagement: It serves as a launchpad for scientific discussions. It moves beyond just "going to space" to exploring specific concepts like gravity.
• Teamwork in Action: The characters must work together to reach the moon. This reinforces the value of collaboration, a key skill for group projects in school.
• Encouraging Dreams: It validates the desire to explore and discover. It tells your child that their curiosity is a superpower.

Use this book to innovate your learning tools at home. After reading, you could look up pictures of the real moon or do a simple gravity experiment. It turns reading time into an interactive learning session.

Publish date October 14, 2025

Author Ashley Wall

Illustrator Vaughn Duck

Suitable for Ages 3-6

Hardcover

ISBN 1960616285