20 Fun Facts About Gas Giants


Book Description

You might think that Earth is a big planet, but it’s nothing compared to our solar system’s gas giants—Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Jupiter itself could hold 1,300 Earths! With their beautiful colors, many moons, and planetary rings, the gas giants are some of the most fascinating space topics for readers to explore. The manageable text, aligned to the science curriculum, is made more accessible by the inclusion of amazing images, diagrams, and graphic organizers.




20 Fun Facts About Gas Giants


Book Description

You might think that Earth is a big planet, but it’s nothing compared to our solar system’s gas giants—Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Jupiter itself could hold 1,300 Earths! With their beautiful colors, many moons, and planetary rings, the gas giants are some of the most fascinating space topics for readers to explore. The manageable text, aligned to the science curriculum, is made more accessible by the inclusion of amazing images, diagrams, and graphic organizers.




20 Fun Facts About Rocky Planets


Book Description

Earth is one of the four rocky inner planets. Scientists have been studying Earth’s neighbors since ancient astronomers traced their paths in the night sky and named them after gods. Today, we know much more about the rocky planets thanks to modern telescopes and space probes. This volume presents a close-up look at the solar system’s rockiest planets in a fun and exciting way. Readers will be amazed with the images of our nearest solar neighbors, and colorful diagrams help aid comprehension.




Discover Jupiter


Book Description

"From its history to its future, learn all about Jupiter, what it looks like, and how scientists study this huge planet."--




20 Fun Facts About Stars


Book Description

Have you ever looked up at the stars and wondered what ancient people thought of them? Have you ever wanted to see a star up close to study it? This book addresses both of these questions, and much more. Readers take a fascinating tour of the universe and learn all about the lives of stars, as well as constellations. Brilliant photographs and illustrations help readers understand and enjoy this at-level science text.




The Secrets of Jupiter


Book Description

"Discusses the planet Jupiter, including observations by ancient cultures, current knowledge of Jupiter, and plans for future scientific research and space exploration"--




Discover Neptune


Book Description

How have scientists explored Neptune? What do they hope to discover about the planet in the future? Through vibrant photos and STEM highlights on geography, climate, and more, readers will learn all about Neptune.




The Secrets of Uranus


Book Description

"Discusses the planet Uranus, including observations by ancient cultures, current knowledge of Uranus, and plans for future scientific research and space exploration"--




The Secrets of Neptune


Book Description

"Discusses the planet Neptune, including observations by ancient cultures, current knowledge of Neptune, and plans for future scientific research and space exploration"--




20 Fun Facts About Asteroids and Comets


Book Description

Most asteroids come from a “belt” that orbits the sun between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. Comets are born in the frozen reaches beyond Neptune. Both are remnants leftover from the birth of our solar system billions of years ago. Readers will be amazed to learn all about these fascinating space rocks. The scientific text is paired with stunning photographs and illustrations of cosmic forces at work. A detailed graphic organizer provides a convenient study guide for comparing and contrasting comets and asteroids.