Where Did We Come From, And Where Are We Going?

A Brief History Of All Things

By: Michael Jaquish

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

If you are a young person, you have probably wondered where the universe came from and how the Earth formed. How life began, and how humans came to exist.
In Where Did We Come From? And Where Are We Going?, young readers take an exciting journey through the story of everything—from the birth of the universe to the possible future of humanity.
Written for curious readers in grades 5–8, this engaging science book explores some of the biggest questions humans have ever asked:
• How did the universe begin?
• What are stars made of—and how do they create the elements that make life possible?
• How did Earth form and how did life begin?
• What do fossils and DNA reveal about evolution?
• Where did humans come from?
• What might humans look like in the distant future?
Filled with fascinating facts, vivid illustrations, and thought-provoking ideas, this book shows how scientists use evidence and discovery to understand our place in the cosmos.
Along the way, readers will discover an amazing truth:
The atoms in our bodies were once forged inside ancient stars.
From exploding supernovas to dinosaurs, from early humans to future possibilities, this book reveals the incredible story of how everything came to be—and where our journey might lead next.

This book is perfect for:
• curious young scientists
• classroom learning (grades 5–8)
• homeschool science lessons
• anyone who loves space, nature, and discovery
Because the biggest adventure of all is understanding the story of the universe—and our place in it.

NOTE: The Hardcover edition of this book contains two Educator Guides following the APPENDIX: One for teachers and One for Parents and Homeschoolers.