Are we alone in the universe? Those that believe in alien abductions think they know the answer. This title explores the mysteries of alien abductions and the tools and technology behind researching them to debate the question of whether aliens have ever visited Earth.
About 120,000 pounds of space dust falls to Earth every day. All of this dust comes from asteroids! Asteroids are chunks of rock and metal that orbit around the sun, but some venture near Earth from outside the solar system. Through detailed photos and fact-filled graphics, this title introduces readers to the phenomenon of asteroids.
A basic introduction to dwarf planets, such as Pluto, their sizes, compositions, and places within our solar system.
In The Moon Landing, readers will learn about the science and technology behind the first trip to the moon. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage readers as they learn about the challenges the astronauts faced and the triumph of the landing.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the planet Mars, covering its orbital process, its moons, and such defining features as its rocks, dust storms, and name.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the planet Venus, covering its orbital process, its moons, and such defining features as its volcanoes, heat, and name.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the planet Uranus, covering its orbital process, its moons, and such defining features as its sets of rings, gases, and name.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the planet Neptune, covering its orbital process, its moons, and such defining features as its dust rings, winds, and name.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the planet Saturn, covering its orbital process, its moons, and such defining features as its gases, rings, and name.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the planet Mercury, covering its orbital process and such defining features as its extreme temperatures, craters, and name.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the planet Jupiter, covering its orbital process, its moons, and such defining features as its rings, Great Red Spot, and name.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the planet Earth, covering its orbital process, its moon, and such defining features as its clouds, oceans, and forms of life.
An in-depth look at the people and policies behind the government agency known as NASA, from its founding in 1958 to the controversies and challenges it faces today.
A young scientist’s guide to natural satellites called moons, including how they interact with other elements in the universe and emphasizing how questions and observations can lead to discovery.
A young scientist’s guide to the sun and other stars, including how they interact with other elements in the universe and emphasizing how questions and observations can lead to discovery.
A young scientist’s guide to orbiting comets, including how they interact with other elements in the universe and emphasizing how questions and observations can lead to discovery.
Engage readers with a story of the winter solstice. Readers are introduced to the concepts of how Earth's tilt creates the seasons and why there are less hours of daylight in winter. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research. A kid-friendly project inspires creativity and hands-on fun.
In Saturn, early readers learn about planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores Saturn’s makeup, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Saturn online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Saturn also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Mercury, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores the makeup of Mercury, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Mercury online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Mercury also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Neptune, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores Neptune’s makeup, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Neptune online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Neptune also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Moon, early readers learn about the moon’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores the makeup of the moon, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Moon online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Moon also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Pluto and the Dwarf Planets, early readers learn about Pluto and the dwarf planets’ unique characteristics and compositions. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores Pluto’s makeup, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Pluto and the dwarf planets online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Pluto and the Dwarf Planets also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Jupiter, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores Jupiter’s makeup, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Jupiter online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Jupiter also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Mars, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores the makeup of Mars, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Mars online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Mars also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Venus, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores the makeup of Venus, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Venus online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Venus also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
