Michael wants to explore the solar system 

Solar system adventures 

Michael looking up at the stars in his backyard, with a dreamy expression on his face

Michael was a little boy with a big dream. He loved looking at the stars every night. One day, he decided he wanted to explore the solar system. He told his parents, and they smiled at his imagination. They encouraged him to learn more about the planets.

Michael's Big Dream

Michael painting a cardboard rocket with his friends around, in a playful backyard setting

Michael started building a rocket out of cardboard boxes. He used paint and stickers to make it look real. His friends joined in to help him. Together, they made the best rocket ship ever. Michael felt like a real astronaut.

Building a Rocket

Michael in a cardboard rocket, pretending to fly through space with a big smile

With his rocket ready, Michael pretended to blast off into space. He imagined flying past the Moon and waving at the stars. He visited Mars and saw red rocks. On Jupiter, he jumped on the giant clouds. Each planet had something special to offer.

Blast Off!

Michael landing his cardboard rocket in the backyard, with his parents welcoming him back

After exploring the solar system, Michael knew it was time to return home. He landed his cardboard rocket safely in his backyard. His parents were waiting with open arms. Michael shared all his adventures with them. He realized that while space was amazing, home was the best place to be.