The Planets

Explore the wonders of our solar system, from Venus's heat to Neptune's chill.

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32 pages· 1,606 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud

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Journey through the solar system with vivid illustrations and engaging facts. Discover the fiery surface of Venus and the icy depths of Neptune. Each planet offers unique mysteries and marvels, inviting young readers to explore their diverse worlds. What secrets do these celestial neighbors hold?

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A nonfiction favorite for more than twenty years, The Planets has been updated to include some of the latest discoveries in space exploration. From the burning surface of Venus to the freezing darkness of Neptune, Gail Gibbons takes children on a tour of our planetary neighbors–which are very different from each other in size, shape, orbit, and even weather. Since its original publication in 1993, The Planets has been a home and classroom staple for introducing our solar system to the youngest readers. With her signature blend of clear, bright illustrations and accessible text, Gail Gibbons takes readers on a tour of our planetary neighbors, near and far. From the burning surface of Venus to the freezing darkness of Neptune, the bodies in our solar system are named, described, and illustrated in clear, well-labeled spreads that give a strong sense of shape and scale to our skies. Each entry is full of intriguing details about their composition, behavior, and moons.

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