sun

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.

A collection of more than thirty poems, some by the compiler, others by Walter de la Mare, Russell Hoban, Frank Asch, Jane Taylor, and others.

A retelling of the fable in which the North Wind and the Sun had a wager on which of them could persuade the horseman to remove his fine new cloak--Publisher.

Discusses the orbit, physical characteristics, and exploration of the Sun.

Photographs and simple text introduce young readers to facts about the sun.

Simple text introduces facts about the Sun.

Describes the sun and how it provides the light and energy which allow plant and animal life to exist on the earth.

Describes the characteristics of the sun and discusses how it was formed and how it functions. Explains the importance of the sun to all life on Earth and traces its complete life cycle. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.

One winter in the Far North the sun disappears and Lucia, accompanied by her milk-white cat, braves the freezing cold and trolls who want to eat her, trying to find the sun and bring it back.

Provides information about Earth's sun, discussing its formation, location in the solar system, size and structure, surface, and other features of the huge star, and discussing its importance to life on Earth.