The Sun and Other Stars (World Book's Solar System)

Through clear explanations and vivid illustrations, this guide takes readers on a tour of the Sun and the many different stars that populate the Milky Way. It covers how stars form, what they're made of, how big they are, and what their atmospheres look like, answering common questions about light, heat, and space weather. The book also explores the Sun's crucial influence on Earth and the scientific tools used to study distant stars. Targeted at middle graders (grades 4-8), it breaks down complex ideas into accessible explanations.