Eyewitness Planets [Hardcover]

Packed with stunning photography, Eyewitness Planets explores Earths neighborhood, space and the Solar System.

Become an eyewitness to the fascinating world of outer space, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of Earth and its neighborhood with this spectacular planetary guide. Children will be mesmerized by this eyewitness view from Mercury to Neptune, of the rocky planets, gas giants, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and other bodies that make up our Solar System.

This unique, beautifully illustrated guide reveals the secrets of space, examining the latest space exploration equipment, and the scientists behind discoveries both ancient and new. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover where comets come from, learn why Pluto is now classified as a dwarf planet, and much more.

Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on planets, you can expect to find:

- A fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new eyewitness feature.
- Amazing facts, updated diagrams, statistics, and timelines.
- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field.

Eyewitness Planets introduces the ultimate guide to our Earths neighbors, exploring the bodies that make up our Solar System. Children can learn about the Asteroid Belt that runs between Mars and Jupiter filled with small pieces of rock that were left over from when the planets were forming, the icy rings of Saturn and the many moons of Jupiter. This all-emcompassing Solar System guide is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning, as well as teachers, parents and librarians.

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