Do you know what a star is? Don't be so sure until you've read Don't Call Me a Star! . The next instalment in the 'Don't Call Me a .' series: Get ready for a fun and fascinating adventure into the world of science for young readers! Ever thought all shiny things in space are stars? Or that everything swimming in the sea must be a fish? Think again! This brand-new picture book series turns science on its head with exciting adventure stories that bust common myths. Each book follows a curious child and their toy as they journey through space, the ocean, the forest, and even prehistoric times--only to discover that things aren't always what they seem! Along the way, they'll meet amazing creatures and objects who set the record straight: "Don't call me a star--I'm a moon!" "Don't call me a fish--I'm a dolphin!" "Don't call me an insect--I'm a spider!" "Don't call me a dinosaur--I'm a pterosaur!" With lyrical storytelling, breathtaking illustrations and plenty of fascinating facts, this series is a perfect introduction to early STEM concepts. Each book wraps up with a fun fact file, making it a great way for kids to explore science, nature, and the animal kingdom--all in an engaging, giftable format. Written by the brilliant Charlotte Guillain, fact-checked by experts and vibrantly illustrated by Sally Agar, these books are a must-have for curious young minds! In Don't Call Me a Star! , adventurous duo Stella and Ted blast off into space in search of a star, but all the bright shining things they find insist that they are absolutely NOT a star! The reader is introduced to a meteor, the Moon, the international space station, Mars and a comet until FINALLY they find some stars. They also find a surprising creature that looks far too familiar to be a star - but is it .?.