Books with title Mars: The Dusty Planet

Did you know that Mars has two moons and that they both look like lumpy baked potatoes? Or that Mars has a giant volcano that is 17 miles (27 km) tall, which is big enough to completely cover Arizona here on Earth? These and dozens of other fascinating facts provide a perfect high-interest introduction to the planet that is covered by rusty, red dust, Mars. This accessible, high-impact book combines solid science, technology, and even math with up-to-the-minute information, odd and often quirky facts, and astounding space photography. It also provides plenty of surprises and teachable moments that will draw young children into a rewarding, kid-friendly reading experience.

Many scientists think Mars was once covered with water, just like Earth. Was Mars once home to living creatures as well? Will people one day live on Mars? Scientists are keeping a close eye on Mars in the hope of answering these questions. Readers will be excited to open this book and find out more about one of the solar systems most interesting locations.

A series that examines the Red Planet’s physical characteristics considers how its mythology over the centuries has affected popular culture in books and films, and covers the major spacecraft missions that have been sent to Mars as well as NASA’s future plans to send humans to the mysterious planet. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.