This lively and informative book introduces beginning readers to the planets, dwarf planets, asteroids, and comets that make up our solar system; the Sun as the center of the solar system; and more. Read More →

The enormous facts about our solar system can make your head spin! You hear about huge distances (like the 483 million miles separating the sun and Jupiter), huge timelines (it's been 14… Read More →

This lively and informative book introduces beginning readers to the Sun, which is the center of our solar system and the system's largest object. As a star, it has tremendous energy, which… Read More →

Think of all the things you enjoy doing in the sunshine. If the sun was not around, what would you miss doing the most? We all like to do fun things in the sun but the sun is more important… Read More →

The Sun is important for life on Earth. And it's much larger than the planets! From how the Sun formed to the spacecraft that have studied the Sun, learn all about the huge star at the center Read More →

From the tiniest bacteria to the tallest trees, almost all life on Earth depends on the sun. But what is this glittering ball in space, and how do we study it? The Sun reveals the space… Read More →

Join our friendly team of astronauts as they prepare for lift-off. Explore the wonders of space travel—from rocket launchers to zero gravity. Discover all about the powerful telescopes that… Read More →

Prepare for lift-off and let your friendly astronaut guides take you on a tour of the amazing planets in our solar system. Take a closer look at the rings of Saturn and find out why Mars is… Read More →

Prepare for lift-off and let your friendly astronaut guides take you on a tour of the Sun and the Moon. Discover why the Sun is so important to life on Earth. Learn about orbits and discover… Read More →

Prepare for lift-off and let your friendly astronaut guides take you on a tour of the universe. Explore galaxies, meteor showers and uncover the mystery of black holes. Learn about stars and… Read More →

Mars is an exciting place, with deserts, volcanoes, and winds that kick up giant dust storms! Avery's imagination takes her on a journey to this amazing planet. Come along as she hikes up a… Read More →

Earth is truly amazing! It has giant glaciers, gorgeous canyons, and it's the only planet we know of with intelligent life. Ian is exploring Earth with his tour guide, Dr. Sally. Join them as Read More →

The moon is amazing! It has craters, "oceans" of lava, and lots of awesome space rocks. Neil's imagination takes him on a trip to the moon. Join him as he explores mountains and hills, spots… Read More →

How do stars shine so bright? Stella's imagination takes her on an adventure to explore the stars. Join her on a mission to visit constellations, learn about the closest star to Earth, and… Read More →

The sun brings light, heat, and energy to Earth! Leela's imagination takes her on a journey to explore the sun. Come aboard her spacecraft as she orbits around the sun and learns what makes… Read More →

Did you know scientists perform hundreds of experiments in space each year? Or that these scientists have brought animals, plants, and more to the cosmos for study? Learn more about… Read More →

Humans might one day travel to Mars. To get there, they need a lot of equipment and supplies. Scientists are hard at work creating new spacecraft, spacesuits, and technology to help… Read More →

Uranus is the seventh planet from the sun and the third largest in the solar system. Along with Jupiter, Saturn, and Neptune, it is classified as a gas giant - the large planets made mostly… Read More →

With seasons that last for decades, Uranus is a planet of extremes! The seventh planet from the Sun is one of the two ice giants in our solar system. From what makes Uranus an ice giant to… Read More →

This book describes Venus, the second planet from the Sun. The text discusses Venus' distinguishing characteristics, its position in the solar system, its composition and atmospheric… Read More →

Venus is the hottest planet in our Solar System. And it’s often called Earth’s twin! Discover why Venus is so hot. Then learn about Venus’s volcanoes and clouds and how we use spacecraft to… Read More →