Cova Sandes – illustratör

Hello Planet follows a small, curious star as it explores space and learns how planets move around it to form a solar system. As the star meets rocky planets, gas giants, and small moons, children discover simple facts about the Sun, planets, and orbits. Clear explanations show how the star gives light and warmth, and why planets travel in paths around it. Told through a gentle, character-led story and supported by bright illustrations, Hello Planet introduces early space science in a way that is clear, engaging, and easy for young readers to understand.

Hello Coral introduces children to the vibrant world of coral reefs through a friendly, engaging narrative. Readers follow a piece of coral as it runs a bustling hotel for fish, tending to their needs – from finding cozy nooks to providing shelter from predators. Each interaction teaches real facts about coral biology, reef ecosystems, and the fish and other creatures that rely on these habitats. With lively storytelling, accurate science, and colourful illustrations, Hello Coral makes complex ocean science approachable and memorable, sparking curiosity and appreciation for marine life and the delicate balance of reef communities.

Hello Magnet introduces children to the fascinating world of magnets and the science of materials through the adventures of a little magnet seeking a best friend. Along the way, it tests paper, wood, plastic, and more — learning which items are attracted and which are not. Each encounter teaches simple physics concepts such as magnetic attraction and repulsion, poles, and the properties of metals. With colourful illustrations and a lively, character-led narrative, Hello Magnet blends imaginative storytelling with accurate science, making concepts about forces, magnetism, and matter engaging, memorable, and fun for young readers.

Hello Planet follows a small, curious star as it explores space and learns how planets move around it to form a solar system. As the star meets rocky planets, gas giants, and small moons, children discover simple facts about the Sun, planets, and orbits. Clear explanations show how the star gives light and warmth, and why planets travel in paths around it. Told through a gentle, character-led story and supported by bright illustrations, Hello Planet introduces early space science in a way that is clear, engaging, and easy for young readers to understand.

Hello Coral introduces children to the vibrant world of coral reefs through a friendly, engaging narrative. Readers follow a piece of coral as it runs a bustling hotel for fish, tending to their needs – from finding cozy nooks to providing shelter from predators. Each interaction teaches real facts about coral biology, reef ecosystems, and the fish and other creatures that rely on these habitats. With lively storytelling, accurate science, and colourful illustrations, Hello Coral makes complex ocean science approachable and memorable, sparking curiosity and appreciation for marine life and the delicate balance of reef communities.