What is it like to be an Earthling in a vast universe? This captivating picture book traces a day in the life of a little boy who is vividly aware at every moment that he is an Earthling living on a planet spinning in space. He tells what he finds curious, puzzling, and amazing about being an Earthling, sharing his wonder with listeners and readers. Illustrations follow him as he plays, eats, sleeps, and dreams. The book's lyrical text, engaging pictures, and lightly-presented facts help children see the world from a new point of view and understand that they are, in fact, space creatures, each and every one of them. A book that surprises and delights children, whether they enjoy it on their own or hear parents or grandparents read it aloud.