Books in The New Solar System series

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

Discusses the orbit, atmosphere, and surface features of Earth, and explains the conditions that make life possible on the planet.

Did you know that it took three days for the first astronauts to reach the moon? Or that the first men on the moon left experiments that scientists still use today? Explore the first moon landing and what it taught us about our solar system.

Did you know that asteroids are leftovers from when the planets formed? Or that comets grow new tails every time they get near the Sun? Explore asteroids, comets, and meteorites, and their place in the solar system.

Discusses the ninth planet from the sun, including its discovery, atmosphere, charateristics, and exploration.

Explores the relationship between the sun and its orbiters, including the planets, asteroids, meteorites, and comets, and introduces the various space missions that helped the scientific community gain a more thorough understanding of the solar system.

Did you know that the Milky Way is only one of billions of galaxies in the universe? Or that the planets in our solar system aren't the only planets in the Milky Way? Explore the Milky Way and our solar system's place in the galaxy.

Discusses the orbit, atmosphere, surface features, and exploration of the planet Neptune.

Did you know that we on Earth always see the same side of the Moon? Or that the Moon’s rocky, dusty surface is covered with craters? Look inside to learn more about the Moon and its place in the solar system.

Explore the solar system with this exciting bind-up visual guide.With informative diagrams and NASA photography, the up-to-date text informs children about basic astronomy.Each planet, star, or space object is looked at in detail, as are developments in space technology, discoveries, and astronomers.

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

Each title features: - A section on surface features- Descriptions of noteworthy explorations- A list of questions remaining for future explorers- A fact summary box.