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Books with author Bruce Betts PhD

  • My First Book of Planets: All About the Solar System for Kids

    Bruce Betts PhD

    Paperback (Rockridge Press, June 16, 2020)
    Blast off on a fun first exploration of our super cool planets! My First Book of Planets for kids will get even the smallest astronomer excited for the big universe of space, from the bright and burning sun to our own blue Earth to ice-capped Pluto, and every planet in between. Kids can rocket across our unique solar system through incredible photos and easy-to-follow entries on what makes each planet so special, covering their size, distance from the sun, what the surface is like, how many moons they have, and more. Grab a space suit―there’s so much to discover! My First Book of Planets for kids includes: Planetary profiles―With this book of planets for kids, your child will learn everything there is to know about the eight planets in our solar system, plus dwarf planets Ceres, Pluto, Eris, Haumea, and Makemake. Colorful cosmos―Vibrant, high-quality photos in this book of planets for kids will take them into deep space and onto each planet―no telescope required! Fun space facts―Did you know the bubbles in soda are the same gas on Venus? Or that Haumea is the only dwarf planet with a ring? Out of this world facts about planets for kids will keep them glued to the page and excited to explore the sky. Explore our amazing solar system with My First Book of Planets for kids―with more than 2,000 systems beyond our own, what will you discover next?
  • Super Cool Space Facts: A Fun, Fact-filled Space Book for Kids

    PhD Bruce Betts

    Paperback (Rockridge Press, Sept. 3, 2019)
    Discover a universe of fun and amazing facts about space!Take an exciting, fact-filled journey that goes where all great space books for kids should―to our solar system and beyond! Super Cool Space Facts is bursting with info about stormy planets, exploding stars, weird black holes, amazing landers, and more.Blast past other space books for kids with:Galaxies of wonder―Launch into learning with awesome and easy-to-digest facts about everything from asteroids hurtling through space to astronauts on the International Space Station.Entertaining information―Fill your outer space adventure with the jokes, big word alerts, and fascinating mysteries of the universe all space books for kids should have.Full-color photos―See how cool space is with incredible pictures of stars, galaxies, planets, constellations, and more.Super Cool Space Facts brings you out-of-this-world fun―and a must have title for anyone interested in space books for kids.
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  • My First Book of Planets: All About the Solar System for Kids

    Bruce Betts PhD

    eBook (Rockridge Press, June 2, 2020)
    Blast off on a fun first exploration of our super cool planets! My First Book of Planets for kids will get even the smallest astronomer excited for the big universe of space, from the bright and burning sun to our own blue Earth to ice-capped Pluto, and every planet in between. Kids can rocket across our unique solar system through incredible photos and easy-to-follow entries on what makes each planet so special, covering their size, distance from the sun, what the surface is like, how many moons they have, and more. Grab a space suit—there’s so much to discover! My First Book of Planets for kids includes: Planetary profiles—With this book of planets for kids, your child will learn everything there is to know about the eight planets in our solar system, plus dwarf planets Ceres, Pluto, Eris, Haumea, and Makemake. Colorful cosmos—Vibrant, high-quality photos in this book of planets for kids will take them into deep space and onto each planet—no telescope required! Fun space facts—Did you know the bubbles in soda are the same gas on Venus? Or that Haumea is the only dwarf planet with a ring? Out of this world facts about planets for kids will keep them glued to the page and excited to explore the sky. Explore our amazing solar system with My First Book of Planets for kids—with more than 2,000 systems beyond our own, what will you discover next?
  • Super Cool Space Facts: A Fun, Fact-filled Space Book for Kids

    PhD Bruce Betts

    eBook (Rockridge Press, Aug. 20, 2019)
    Discover a universe of fun and amazing facts about space!Take an exciting, fact-filled journey that goes where all great space books for kids should—to our solar system and beyond! Super Cool Space Facts is bursting with info about stormy planets, exploding stars, weird black holes, amazing landers, and more.Blast past other space books for kids with:Galaxies of wonder—Launch into learning with awesome and easy-to-digest facts about everything from asteroids hurtling through space to astronauts on the International Space Station.Entertaining information—Fill your outer space adventure with the jokes, big word alerts, and fascinating mysteries of the universe all space books for kids should have.Full-color photos—See how cool space is with incredible pictures of stars, galaxies, planets, constellations, and more.Super Cool Space Facts brings you out-of-this-world fun—and a must have title for anyone interested in space books for kids.
  • Super Cool Space Facts: A Fun, Fact-filled Space Book for Kids

    Bruce Betts PhD, Bruce Betts

    Audio CD (Audible Studios on Brilliance Audio, April 7, 2020)
    Discover a universe of fun and amazing facts about space!Take an exciting, fact-filled journey that goes where all great space books for kids should - to our solar system and beyond! Super Cool Space Facts is bursting with info about stormy planets, exploding stars, weird black holes, amazing landers, and more.Blast past other space books for kids with:Galaxies of wonder - Launch into learning with awesome and easy-to-digest facts about everything from asteroids hurtling through space to astronauts on the International Space Station.Entertaining information - Fill your outer space adventure with the jokes, big word alerts, and fascinating mysteries of the universe all space books for kids should have.Super Cool Space Facts brings you out-of-this-world fun - and a must-have title for anyone interested in space books for kids.
  • Space Exploration for Kids: A Junior Scientist’s Guide to Astronauts, Rockets, and Life in Zero Gravity

    Bruce Betts Ph.D.

    Paperback (Rockridge Press, Sept. 15, 2020)
    Explore deep space and beyond Get ready to take a thrilling journey to the farthest reaches of the universe. Space Exploration for Kids is loaded with out-of-this-world facts and eye-popping photographs that give you an inside look into the daily lives of astronauts. From learning the history of space exploration and rockets to what life is like up there, this top choice among space books for kids 6-9 will inspire you to reach for the stars. Discover what it takes to become an astronaut in this informative selection in space books for kids 6-9. Included are sections about training, how space affects the human body, and the type of work they conduct. Learn about different types of crewed spacecraft, and find out how to design your own rocket ship! Your first step toward a rocket-fueled adventure begins right now. This standout among space books for kids 6-9 includes: Reach for the stars―One of the most engaging space books for kids 6-9 takes you beyond the solar system and into deep space. Astronaut 101―From astronaut training to living in space, there’s a special focus on astronauts and space travel. Learn more!―A selection of bonus materials like sidebars, fun activities, and callouts make your learning experience even more fun.Go beyond other space books for kids 6-9 with this informative book about the final frontier.
  • Space Exploration for Kids: A Junior Scientist’s Guide to Astronauts, Rockets, and Life in Zero Gravity

    Bruce Betts Ph.D.

    eBook (Rockridge Press, Sept. 1, 2020)
    Explore deep space and beyond Get ready to take a thrilling journey to the farthest reaches of the universe. Space Exploration for Kids is loaded with out-of-this-world facts and eye-popping photographs that give you an inside look into the daily lives of astronauts. From learning the history of space exploration and rockets to what life is like up there, this top choice among space books for kids 6-9 will inspire you to reach for the stars. Discover what it takes to become an astronaut in this informative selection in space books for kids 6-9. Included are sections about training, how space affects the human body, and the type of work they conduct. Learn about different types of crewed spacecraft, and find out how to design your own rocket ship! Your first step toward a rocket-fueled adventure begins right now. This standout among space books for kids 6-9 includes: Reach for the stars—One of the most engaging space books for kids 6-9 takes you beyond the solar system and into deep space. Astronaut 101—From astronaut training to living in space, there’s a special focus on astronauts and space travel. Learn more!—A selection of bonus materials like sidebars, fun activities, and callouts make your learning experience even more fun.Go beyond other space books for kids 6-9 with this informative book about the final frontier.