CHILDREN looking for something to do this summer break can look forward to a truly cosmic experience at their local library.

The Space Hop and Space Station 2010 challenge takes off on July 24 at all the libraries in the district and involves youngsters taking part in a variety of challenges of astronomical proportions.

During the course of the program children will read books, collect stickers and even help set up the first library on the moon.

All adventurers who complete the challenge will receive a Space Hop Medal.

For more information visit essex.gov.uk/libraries.