sun

"Learn about the temperature, atmosphere, and composition of the Sun, as well as how the Sun's burning gases make heat and light, causing Earth's weather and climate."--Back cover.

In this story from West Africa, Anansi uses his wits, his trickster skills, and the help of his friends to bring light to the world.

Photographs and simple text introduce young readers to the sun.

Text and illustrations provide young readers with information about the sun and other stars.

A brief introduction to the sun, the star at the center of the solar system, describing its composition, unique characteristics, and importance as an energy source.

"Ninety-three million miles from Earth is a gigantic, white star - the sun. Why is the sun so important to life on Earth? Read to find out how the sun's energy is used on Earth.".

Simple text and photographs describe the importance of the sun to life on Earth.

Provides an introduction to the sun and other stars, with information about their features and exploration.

An illustrated introduction to the sun, showing where it is in the solar system, describing an imaginary journey to learn about conditions on the surface and around the giant star, explaining how the sun formed and how it shines, reviewing the history of sun exploration, and discussing the end of the sun.

Provides information about the sun, a giant star that provides heat and light to Earth, and includes a word hunt and definitions.