Solar system
By Mike Goldsmith
What secrets hide beyond the Moon as comets, planets and icy worlds journey through space?
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What is Solar system about?
Explore the Solar System, from the blazing Sun at its centre to the rocky planets, enormous gas giants and icy worlds beyond. Discover how moons, comets and asteroids travel through space, and investigate fascinating features such as the Moon’s craters and Jupiter’s Great Red Spot. Packed with clear explanations, vivid photographs and hands-on activities, this book helps young readers understand our cosmic neighbourhood. Make an ice-cream comet, create a bedroom planetarium and learn how to observe the Moon.
About the author
Mike Goldsmith is a British author and scientist who loves making science exciting for children. He has written many fun books about space, sound, and inventions, including 'The Great British Space Dinner' and 'The Science of Secrecy.' Mike enjoys exploring how things work and sharing amazing facts with curious young readers.
Pages
47 pages
Reading age
Early Reader (5-8)
This edition
2004
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