Kingdom of the Sun: A Book of the Planets
by Mitton, Jacqueline
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AR Book Level
5.5
AR Points
0.5
Word Count
2,266
Interest Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Genre
Nonfiction
AR Quiz #
55710 EN
About this book
Kingdom of the Sun takes early readers on a guided tour of the eight planets, pairing each world with the mythological god whose name it bears. Alongside bright illustrations, clear facts explain each planet's size, orbit, and unique features, while short mythological snippets tell the stories behind the names. The book's simple structure helps children link modern astronomy to ancient legends, reinforcing both scientific and cultural understanding.
