By Cameron Crane
This month, at Little Pickle Press we have been covering the topic of space, in an effort to get parents and children interested in space exploration and science. We have been fortunate to feature some amazing experts in the field, from Astronaut Janice Voss to aeronautical engineer Anthony Iorillo, as well as owners of planetariums and museums, and just this morning the one and only Stephen Tremp. It has been a wonderful collective effort to accomplish one of Little Pickle Press’ ultimate goals as a publisher of children’s books: to get today’s children interested in the meaningful topics of their generation.
Originally, we decided to focus on space and science in honor of the launch of the Atlantis, marking the end NASA’s Space Shuttle Launch program. It was our hope that by inspiring kids to gain an interest in these topics, the amazing spirit of the program would live on in future generations. We wanted our readers to know that even dreams that once seemed like science fiction- like landing on the moon- could be accomplished with hard work and perseverance.
However, throughout the month many of our experts also touched on a subject that we weren’t expecting: the idea that looking to science and space can actually give us a better understanding of our own planet and the world we live in, which can in turn make us better people. From the very beginning of the month, when Petaluma Museum president Joe Noriel shared with us a touching interview with Apollo 9 astronaut Rusty Schweickart , it became clear that studying out planet from the outside could give us amazing perspective. It is a wonderful message that seems to fit perfectly with one of our own books Sofia’s Dream, the story of a little girl who befriends the Moon and sees our planet from the Moon’s point of view. As a result, she is inspired to do whatever she can to protect the earth.
More importantly, this message reinforced something that we already knew- that building an interest in science for children is of utmost importance. The best part about this is that science is all around us, in local museums and bookstores, or even in your own backyard. Taking the time to recognize an everyday miracle can help teach your little ones about themselves and the world around them. Visit the Little Pickle Press today for a list of resources by Stephen Tremp that will help to get your children interested in science.
About Little Pickle Press
Little Pickle Press is a children’s book publishing company, dedicated to helping parents and educators cultivate conscious, responsible little people by stimulating explorations of the meaningful topics of their generation through a variety of media, technologies, and techniques. To learn more visit our Little Pickle Press.
27 comments:
What a wonderful company! I think it's so important that you do well and be able to teach this and future generations important science facts.
NASA and science month? Well, my guest post tomorrow is going to put that concept into a nosedive!
I wish them well, not too many kids are anxious to grow up to be scientists now days. I get depressed thinking about it.
This is a noble endeavor.
And don't we also tangentially benefit from the space exploration tools... I mean, eventually? Fabrics become available to us, for example, that were created for astronauts, and now we can buy space blankets. That sort of thing. What other benefits directly related to the space program?
Cameron, First of all, the name The Little Pickle Press IS ADORABLE. It tickles my lips to say it.
Secondly, I agree that we need to get the youth interested in science. So important. We will need them in the future.
Stephen, Keep up the good work, you brainiac--you!
Children's interest in science is woefully lacking these days. I applaud your efforts!
Thanks everyone for stopping by. This is a great site and these folks do some awesome things for our youth!
Kids love science! Love when I hear of companies trying to get kids more involved in it :)
It seems a shame that all that has been achieved in the space programme is going to be stopped....or is it?
Yvonne.
I've heard of LPL but didn't know much about it. I hope it inspires all those young one to get our space program going bigger and better than ever.
I hope this concept grows, science education seems to be waning with children.
Space, the solar system et al are important, and if this company nurtures childrens interest, well that's a good thing.
Fascinating. And what a cool name for a publishing agency. I'll check it out.
Thanks for the introduction Steve.
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Yes, yes, yes! This is truly awesome, Stephen. We have to nurture our kids' interest in science. The importance cannot be overstated. Thanks to both you and Little Pickle Press.
This publisher has a wonderful vision and amazing goals.
Science seems underrated these days. I'd love to see more young people interested in it.
Exploring space and science reinforces divergent (vs. convergent) thinking in children. What a fabulous way to foster creative, out-of-the-box thinking! Thanks for your guest contribution, Stephen. And thanks for the helpful recap of Little Pickle Press' month so far, Cameron. Great work!
Its great to see all the support for Little Pickle Press. I remember as the blog and Web site developed into what it is today. The people there are great and its a pleasure to host them!
Keep the interest going. The kids today will be responsible for carrying on the legacy of the efforts of NASA and others. Dreams of space and the possibilities associated with it can fuel the imagination to keep future generations curious.
Lee
Tossing It Out
Hi Stephen .. and Little Pickle Press .. I love the idea about generating more interest in science for kids .. after all science is life. Though for many years we don't realise it!
Cheers - Hilary
Congratulations!
Karen Millen dress
I like the name Little Pickle Press. Will definitely remember that one! Sounds like a great company.
Thank you for contributing to our efforts, Stephen! You provided a great list of resources for children and parents.
Arlee, Its amazing how much the blogging community commits to helping our youth with science. Its a great group of people!
Hilary, very true. I wish I would have paid more attention as a kid to the science all around me.
Gabrielle, thanks for stopping by.
Susanne, its a name that's hard to forget.
Cameron, its my pleasure. Hopefully we can do it again someday. Maybe around the holidays.
This is great. It's wonderful you have a dedicated focus.
Now that we're retiring the shuttle, I hope something new will come along to re-inspire kids and teachers to look to the stars. I was quite young, but still remember the awe of watching the first man walk on the moon.
It's so important to stimulate childrens' curiosity. We have so much more to learn about our universe...and our own world.
Never heard of them, so thanks for the introduction. I like their goals!
more important than ever!
Aloha from Waikiki;
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