Books in Exploring the Solar System series

Did you know that space probes have been to every planet in our solar system? Or that probes are sent to explore asteroids and comets? Discover space probes and how they help us explore our solar system.

In orbit and on the ground, star spotters are the eyes we use to explore deep into space. Star Spotters: Telescopes and Observatories answers questions such as: What is the most powerful telescope? What is radio astronomy? How big is the Hubble Space Telescope? and What future telescopes are planned?

Photographs and text present information about the surface, orbit, and phases of the moon, its effect on the Earth's tides and lunar 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.

Introduces space probes and explains how they monitor the planets and other bodies in the solar system.

Describes the nature and movements of comets and meteors and examines what happens to meteors after they hit the Earth

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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 poisonous methane gases make Neptune look blue? Or that Neptune may have the fastest winds of any planet? Look inside to learn more about this cold, distant planet and its place in the solar system.

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

Describes the training and duties of astronauts who work in space shuttles and space stations.

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