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In this book,readers will learn about Mercury's unique characteristics and composition.
Quick Summary
This 93-word book takes young readers on a close examination of Mercury, exploring the planet's rocky surface, extreme temperatures, and position as the smallest planet in our solar system. The text focuses on Mercury's unique characteristics and composition, including how the planet shrinks as it cools and why it has no atmosphere to protect it. If your child enjoys National Geographic Kids: Space! or other beginner space books, they'll love this focused look at our solar system's innermost planet. With an AR Level of 0.9 and an interest level for Lower Grades K-3, this is ideal for kindergarten through second graders who are beginning readers curious about space.