Fact finders. Solar system and beyond

An introduction to the sun that provides information on its temperature, make up, impact on life on Earth, and other related topics.

Describes the eight planets in our solar system, including the birth of the solar system and the planets' orbits around the Sun.

Describes Earth's moon, including its orbit, features, and affect on Earth.

Describes the eight planets in our solar system, including the birth of the solar system and the planets' orbits around the Sun.

Color photographs and text provide information about how stars are formed, look at star sizes, describe the characteristics of supernovas and black holes that form when stars explode, and discuss how astronomers learn about space.