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Description
This book is an overview of the solar system, which consists of the Sun, the nine planets and their moons, comets, asteroids, and meteoroids.
Quick Summary
If your child has ever stared at the night sky and wondered what's out there, this concise guide to the solar system is a great starting point. The author breaks each planet, the Sun, and even the moons, comets, and asteroids into bite-size sections that are easy to read aloud or on their own, and the 5th-grade reading level makes the science feel accessible without talking down to the reader. There's a mix of clear facts, quick "Did you know?" sidebars, and simple hands-on ideas like how to make a scale model of the planets with everyday objects that keep the information from feeling like a textbook. It's perfect for reluctant readers who might be intimidated by a longer encyclopedia entry, but it also works as a handy reference for kids who already love space and want a quick overview. Parents will appreciate that the language is straightforward, the facts are up-to-date (aside from the Pluto debate), and there's nothing scary or inappropriate just solid, kid-friendly science. If you're looking for another fun, illustrated space read, the National Geographic Kids "Everything Space" book pairs nicely as a next step.