A perfect children’s book for fans of space!

Mars, the fourth planet from the sun, was perfectly content with his life alone, but as he got visitors he wanted to experience life on their planet themselves.

The illustrations were so fun, and cute. I really liked the small facts about Mars, and how we get the question at the end: people are welcome at Mars? I’ve always wondered if us humans traveling to Mars is a good idea or a bad idea; are we going to mess this planet up like we are slowly done Earth? As this is a children’s book, it is about how a lonely planet suddenly turns their mind and wants to have friends as well. So adorable to read.

I recommend!

This cute book is a lovely blend of fact and fiction. Children who are interested in space will enjoy the facts woven into the story. It could be a good springboard into an inquiry about the planets or solar system. The illustrations are bright and friendly and will appeal to kids. The Mars facts at the back of the book give a bit more information for kids who want it.

I read this story with my 3 and 7 year olds - the illustrations are beautiful and captivated my 3yo, my 7yo however was critical of the plot. He said it feels like Mars has to change itself for people to like him, which isn't a great message. We talked about how Mars can be confident in itself and stick with the planet friends he already has made, while learning patience. I feel a bit mixed about the book after the questions my kiddo had. Overall, would love to see it as a series!

I enjoyed the illustrations in this book, they are very cute. The story itself feels like it’s trying to ease kids into the idea of living on mars and almost making them feel bad because mars is sad without humans. It just feels like molding them into acceptance without many questions or answers. I think a nonfiction book to go along with it would be great.

What if planets had feelings and what if some of those planets were feeling lonely?

“Moving to Mars” by Stef Wade shows little kids what is needed to make Mars inhabitable for humans. In a fun way, we explore how Mars does everything to make itself attractive to human life like water, oxygen and plants.
Learn some simple facts about Mars in this curious little story by @stef.wade with lively illustrations by @erintaylorillustrator.

“Moving to Mars” was a fun story with vibrant colors, fun illustrations, and one my children enjoyed.

A sincere thank you to NetGalley and Capstone for providing me a copy of “Moving to Mars” in exchange for an honest review. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to read this story and leave my review voluntarily.

Once again, Wade has created another delightful book about space. She has a talent for introducing and educating young students and, in her latest, Mars has come alive. Mars is depicted as realizing that loneliness is not all it's cracked up to be and welcomes companionship with other planets. With vivid illustrations and subtle humor, she conveys scientific facts in an easy-to-understand fashion.
With Mars space exploration in full swing with Perseverance and Ingenuity bringing us real-time information, this book is especially relevant. Great read!

This super cute picture book personifies the planet mars and teaches students facts about space exploration and planets in a fun and creative way. The pictures are beautifully illustrated by Erin Taylor and tell the story almost as much as the words do. Author, Stef Wade masterfully crafted a story that will be loved by both children and adults. From funny historical jokes that will likely go over young children's heads to silly speech bubbles that will have kids smiling, this book will definitely become a classroom or family favourite!

Chalked full of scientific and historic information about space exploration, this book is fictional but very educational. From halley's comet to the moon landing, space exploration from the last century is told from the perspective of the planets in a cute but interesting way. Space is a high interest topic in elementary classrooms but the content is often too challenging for most young readers to access. I think this book is accessible, if even just looking at the pictures, for all early readers and gives them an opportunity to explore a subject that is often seen as "something you'll learn more about one day".

I'm excited to purchase a copy of this book for my Grade 3 classroom. In the meantime, I am so appreciative of Netgalley and the publisher for giving me the opportunity to read and review an advance copy of this amazing book!

The is a really nice book teaching how to enjoy company while also creating an interests in space and science. It got my 4 year old asking me quest about space, planets and the stars.

It was a sweet story about friendship.The story goes from Mars not liking anybody around to enjoying having friends around .In my opinion the book is best suited for kids 4-7. Kids learn few things about the outer space but not a lot. Couple of jokes added were cute! If your kids love outer space then this will be a good read for them.

I received an advance read free copy of Moving to Mars from NetGalley and Capstone Publishers, in exchange for an honest review.

Very good illustrated book for kids! The illustrations were amazing and the storyline was both informative and humorous. My young readers especially enjoyed the silly jokes.

A great story about learning to rely on your friends and how to deal with loneliness. I loved the first book and love the second one just as much.

Mars is perfectly happy, living his best life alone in his orbit. The occcasional fly-by of a meteor or comet didn't bother him much, but he was less than impressed by Earth sending rockets ("tourists") to take pics or otherwise mess up his regolith.

"GET OFF MY LAWN!"

But then, he started getting used to the company. Was he frustrated that Earth was only sending robots who couldn't hang out and chat? Sure, but he started thinking maybe he could get some people too, like Earth. All the nearby moons and planets told he needed an atmosphere or to be otherwise habitable. He started brainstorming.

"Maybe Mars is a people planet after all!"

And that's when Mars realized he had a whole solar system of friends, others to keep him company while he patiently waited for Earth people to come visit, to sit and stay a while.

I received a free copy of Moving to Mars from NetGalley and Capstone Publishers, in exchange for an honest review. Honestly, this book was a delight and I'd actively seek out anything else written by Stef Wade.

Great graphics and a wonderful story about friendship made this an excellent read for my 7 year old and I. Mars learns alot about himself in this fun for all ages book!!! Thanks #netgalley and #Capstone for the eARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are mine.

I loved the artwork in this book so much! An interesting way to introduce the possibility of a colony on Mars to children. The personalities given to the various planets and moons are delightful. Hopefully Mars won’t be disappointed if/when we finally arrive!

Mars likes being alone until he experiences what it's like to have visitors and friends.
This is a great read aloud for the classroom that incorporates life lessons and non-fiction facts about space. Perfect for elementary classrooms or even at home.

Thanks to Netgalley and Capstone for the ARC of this! A cute little picture book featuring Mars as he figures out he wants to make more friends and discusses some of the issues with humans trying to visit just yet. Nice for the 4-8 age range, as a jumping off point or to include a younger child in learning about space. The text was just right and the illustrations were nice. Both of my kids enjoyed it (5 and 8)

Great book for breaking down the importance of relationships - my 7-year-old was able to clearly identify the point of the story and explain it to me. He read the story aloud and enjoyed the characters, adding in his little ad libs of "Why would he do that?"

Would recommend!

My daughter wanted to read this book because "it has planets on it". She liked how Mars grew less grumpy and more happy. The story was simple. The pictures are cute. The ending felt a little lacking. I was asked, "what happens next". So maybe that was the aim of the author. If a child is already interested in space, then give this one a try.

Moving to Mars is a cute children's story about how Mars, who is used to being a loner, thinks having visitors may not be so bad. The pictures are beautiful and eye-catching, but the title is a little misleading. The story mainly focuses on Mars and the emotions he goes through and not necessarily focusing on people moving there. The story does do a great job teaching children facts about Mars. Overall, it kept my child's attention and I would read it to her again.