In Meanwhile Back on Earth, afather takes his two children on a thrilling out-of-this-world adventure into space and invites them to look back at Earth and the conflicts that have taken place since the beginning of time. This becomes a brief history of the world and a guide to the universe, told with Oliver Jeffers’s inimitable perspective, wit, and exquisite artwork.

Meanwhile Back on Earth gives a unique look at life on Earth with a cosmic perspectiveand an enduring message that what binds us together matters more than what sets us apart.It’s a timely story for families everywhere!

Written By:Oliver Jeffers
Target Age:4 -8