earth

Describes the planet Earth and its relationship to our solar system. Learn about the planet's characteristics, discussing its rotation, composition, weather and satellites.

Explains how this research can increase our understanding of other planets, expand our knowledge of the universe, and discover untapped resources.

Simple text, illustrations, and photographs present information on planet Earth, such as Earth being the only known planet with oceans on it.

Presents a collection of illustrated facts about the moon and sun from how far away the moon is from Earth to how hot the sun is. Includes a glossary, text-related activities, and resources for further information.

Features over 100 maps, photographs, charts, and graphs. Provides information about the earth's physical and human systems, the continents, and each country.

Discusses Earth as a part of the solar system, including ancient astronomers' research that changed the way Earth was understood, explorations outside of Earth's atmosphere, and the possibility of sending humans to other planets.

Text and photographs explore the shape of Earth.

An illustrated guide to the newest theories on how the moon formed, the recent discovery of water on its surface and the possibility of future moon colonies.