Books in New Solar System series

Mercury is the planet closest to the sun, which has made studying this iron planet very difficult. However, scientists have found new ways to do just that. This book is filled with interesting facts, stunning photographs, and detailed diagrams to help readers learn all about our solar systems smallest planet.

Which planet is Earths closest neighbor in our solar system? Its Venus, the masked planet. Venus is surrounded by harmful gases. Beneath the planets poisonous mask is a hot, unfriendly environment. Brave and curious readers will get a chance to visit one of our solar systems most dangerous locations.

Earth might be the Blue Planet, but it is also the planet we call home. Its our very own corner of the solar system! Earth is unique. It has abundant life, breathable air, blue oceans, and a colorful range of landforms. The interesting facts found here and striking photographs are sure to excite readers of all ages.

Once thought to be a planet itself, distant Pluto is now called a dwarf planet. Tiny, rocky, cold Pluto stands guard at the edge of our solar system. It is so far away that even our most powerful telescopes cant see it clearly. Readers will learn about Pluto and our efforts to discover more about this mysterious dwarf planet.

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

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

Discusses the discovery, physical characteristics, moons, and exploration of the fifth closest planet to 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.

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

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.

With informative diagrams and NASA photography, these fun books inform children about basic astronomy. Each planet, star, or space object is looked at in detail, as are developments in space technology, discoveries and astronomers.

Which planet is the biggest in the solar system? Which planet has the largest moon in the solar system? Which planet has a storm so big it could swallow Earth? Its Jupiter! Readers will learn that everything is bigger on Jupiter. Theyll eagerly strap in and get ready to journey to one of the solar systems most fascinating planets.