Jump into orbit around one planet in our amazing solar system: Earth! Take a fact-filled flight to learn what makes our home planet so special. Explore its watery surface, its protective atmosphere, and more. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about Uranus' unique characteristics. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the planet's defining features, composition, atmosphere, weather, gravity, moons, exploration attempts, and more. Take a Look! infographics feature a diagram showing the planet's location in the solar system as well as a diagram showing the planet's composition. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Uranus using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Uranus also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about Venus' unique characteristics. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the planet's defining features, composition, atmosphere, weather, gravity, moons, exploration attempts, and more. Take a Look! infographics feature a diagram showing the planet's location in the solar system as well as a diagram showing the planet's composition. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Venus using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Venus also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the Moon's unique characteristics. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the Moon's defining features, composition, atmosphere, gravity, exploration attempts, and more. Take a Look! infographics feature a diagram showing the Moon's location in the solar system as well as a diagram showing the Moon's composition. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Moon using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. The Moon also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the Sun's unique characteristics. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the Sun's defining features, composition, gravity, exploration attempts, and more. Take a Look! infographics feature a diagram showing the Sun's location in the solar system as well as a diagram showing the Sun's composition. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Sun using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. The Sun also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about Saturn's unique characteristics. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the Saturn's defining features, composition, atmosphere, weather, gravity, moons, exploration attempts, and more. Take a Look! infographics feature a diagram showing the planet's location in the solar system as well as a diagram showing the planet's composition. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Saturn using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Saturn also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about Pluto and other official dwarf planets' unique characteristics. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the planets' defining features, composition, atmosphere, weather, gravity, moons, exploration attempts, and more. Take a Look! infographics feature a diagram showing the planets' locations in the solar system as well as a diagram showing the planets' compositions. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about dwarf planets using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Pluto and Other Dwarf Planets also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about Neptune's unique characteristics. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the planet's defining features, composition, atmosphere, weather, gravity, moons, exploration attempts, and more. Take a Look! infographics feature a diagram showing the planet's location in the solar system as well as a diagram showing the planet's composition. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Neptune using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Neptune also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about Mars' unique characteristics. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the planet's defining features, composition, atmosphere, weather, gravity, moons, exploration attempts, and more. Take a Look! infographics feature a diagram showing the planet's location in the solar system as well as a diagram showing the planet's composition. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Mars using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Mars also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about Mercury's unique characteristics. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the planet's defining features, composition, atmosphere, weather, gravity, moons, exploration attempts, and more. Take a Look! infographics feature a diagram showing the planet's location in the solar system as well as a diagram showing the planet's composition. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Mercury using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Mercury also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about Jupiter's unique characteristics. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the planet's defining features, composition, atmosphere, weather, gravity, moons, exploration attempts, and more. Take a Look! infographics feature a diagram showing the planet's location in the solar system as well as a diagram showing the planet's composition. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Jupiter using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Jupiter also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about planet Earth's unique characteristics. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the planet's defining features, composition, atmosphere, weather, gravity, moons, and more. Take a Look! infographics feature a diagram showing the planet's location in the solar system as well as a diagram showing the planet's composition. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Earth using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Earth also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Ready for a trip to the center of the solar system? This engaging title takes young readers on a journey to learn about the Sun. Narrative text provides facts about the Sun’s size, distance from Earth, and other relevant information, while vibrant illustrations support the text. Questions at the beginning and end of the book reiterate educational concepts and encourage readers to think more deeply about the text. This low-level title will help young readers shine!
Get ready for a visit to the outer limits of the solar system! This low-level nonfiction title uses narrative text and playful illustrations to introduce young readers to the ice and gas giants of the solar system. Students can learn about Jupiter’s Great Red Spot and Saturn’s rings. Bonus facts add even more information, while questions encourage readers to think creatively about the text. This exciting space voyage will engage young students on their own reading journey!
The solar system is filled with fascinating moons! Young readers can learn about some of the most interesting in this nonfiction title. Narrative text and colorful illustrations work together to take students on a journey to seven different moons in the solar system and highlight what makes each moon unique. Fun facts add bonus information, and questions engage the reader and push them to think creatively about what they have learned.
Would you like to visit Mars? What about Venus? This nonfiction title teaches kids about the rocky inner planets of the solar system. Narrative text takes readers from planet to planet, while colorful illustrations show off each planet’s features. Fun facts offer bonus information, while an infographic sums up important information about the planets. Questions engage readers and ask them to think creatively, making this a journey that is both fun and educational!
Humans have only just begun to explore the vastness of space. In this hi-lo title, readers will learn about what it takes to venture into this uncharted territory. Descriptive text with an emphasis on STEM teaches readers about the obstacles explorers face in space. Special features highlight the preparation for space travel, introduce a famous explorer, and more. This fascinating title is sure to engage young readers!
Many people are familiar with Pluto, but what about the other dwarf planets in our solar system? This nonfiction title takes beginning readers to the solar system’s different dwarf planets. Narrative text and playful illustrations identify what makes each one unique, and fun facts add bonus information. A special feature includes moons and size rankings, while questions encourage readers to think beyond the text. This fun title takes young readers on a learning adventure!
Astronomers study the planets, stars, and other objects of space. They peer into galaxies and track asteroids. In this low-level title, young readers will explore the ins and outs of this fascinating STEM career. Leveled text and on-the-job photos introduce the daily tasks of the job and explore how to become an astronomer. Special features highlight a famous astronomer, show how astronomers use STEM, and more. This engaging title will inspire young readers to look up!
Do you know what lies in the asteroid belt? This nonfiction title takes curious readers on a journey to this rocky part of the solar system. Narrative text combines with vibrant illustrations to teach about asteroids and the other objects in the belt. Fun facts and features add bonus information, while questions encourage readers to think about what they have learned and connect more with the text. This low-level title is sure to be a hit for kids wanting to know more about the solar system!
Jordie is awed by asteroids, perplexed by planets, and mesmerized by moons. She can't believe her luck when she finds a black hole taking up residence in her desk at school. Of course she's keeping it. But when the black hole starts snarfing everything in sight--including Neptune the dog--she realizes that black holes need wide open spaces, galaxies to graze, and stars to slurp. So she sets things right. Just not before she embarking on a wild, time- and space-bending mission to save her pup.
Did you know that astronauts train for spacewalks by going underwater in their spacesuits? Or what about that engineers have programmed robots to explore space on their own? Astronauts, engineers, and astronomers are just a few of the many people working to help us travel into space and learn more about the universe. Discover extreme facts about space jobs in this fun and kooky book.
Did you know that the very first rockets were made from bamboo and gunpowder? What about that a Mars rover once played a birthday song for itself? And how about that the International Space Station has a robotic handyman? Rockets, rovers, and space stations are just a few of the incredible space machines that have helped us explore our solar system and beyond. Discover extreme facts about space machines in this fun and kooky book.
Did you know that the moon we see in the sky is not the only one out there? Other planets have moons, too--Saturn has 82! And did you know the weather is always stormy on Jupiter? Or what about that Venus has a bunch of volcanoes? Scientists are finding out more about planets and moons every year! Discover extreme facts about planets and moons in this fun and kooky book.
Christina Koch reached for the stars--and made it to space! As a kid, a love for science and engineering sent Christina to her school's rocket club and her backyard shed to build things with her dad. And that was all before she joined NASA, explored some of the most remote places on this planet, and finally blasted off for a historic space mission. As the record holder for the longest spaceflight made by a woman, you might think Christina's had enough of zero gravity. But not if she has anything to say about it! Learn all about Christina's spectacular journey as a NASA astronaut and engineer.
