Books in Discover Science series

Solar System is the perfect introduction for young readers to the endlessly fascinating topic of space and the vast, mysterious worlds that make up our solar system. Discover the activity of the flaming prominences of the sun and the bubbling volcanoes of Venus. Examine the apparently lifeless craters on the moon, Saturn's swirling rings, and giant Jupiter's great red spot. Marvel at space travelers such as the comet Halle-Bopp, mighty meteorites, and the Spirit and Viking space probes on their missions to Mars. Budding astronomers will be intrigued and enthralled by the strange and diverse worlds that make up our solar system.

-- Clear and concise biographies of the world's most important and influential scientists-- Traces the development of revolutionary ideas and inventions that continue to shape the way we live-- Complemented by full-color paintings, drawings, and photographsHere is the life story of the French chemist and physicist whose work with radioactive elements provided the foundation for the Atomic Age.

Illustrated instructions guide readers through Earth Science experiments pertaining to water on Earth, including the water cylce, evaporation, transpiration, and precipitation. An engaging way to support the Next Generation Science Standards. Experiments are simple, accessible, and something that could be used at a science fair, in the classroom, or at home. Exploring water on Earth has never been simpler.