solar system

"Tapping into children's natural curiosity about the vastness of space, this stunning encyclopedia will enchant every budding astronaut. You'll discover many fascinating facts about our neighboring planets and the latest space technology! Broken down by type, each object is presented in a clear, engaging way, with stunning images and bite-sized chunks of information. Young stargazers will be intrigued by the detailed NASA photography that brings the mysteries of outer space down to Earth!"--Provided by publisher.

Did you know that our entire solar system sits within the sun's atmosphere? Or that more than 1,300 Earths could fit inside Jupiter? Readers will be wowed by these facts and more with this exciting look at the solar system. Packed with fun, informative data about the planets, scientific discoveries through history, and memorable statistics, this book is a must-read for burgeoning scientists. Facts are conveyed through accessible language and enhanced by vibrant, full-color photographs.

Without its light and warmth, we wouldn't even be on Earth. The sun is a powerful source of life.

Learn all about the huge balls of gas that dot our night sky and give us light during the day.

"Take a tour of the galaxies and the universe. Learn about our Sun, the eight true planets, and the dwarf planets in our solar system. Find out what lies beyond the eighth planet, Neptune"--Back cover.

"Emma is annoyed that her parents have made such a mess of the planet! She goes off in search of a new home and Mars looks perfect!"--Provided by publisher.

Presents facts about the planets in Earth's solar system.

Did you know that the Moon is a ball of rock? Its surface is mostly made up of a type of rock called basalt. Find out more in this title.

"This big book of 96 info-packed pages introduces young readers to all the key science and facts about space in a ... question and answer format"--Amazon.

An illustrated introduction to the planets of our solar system.