What Are Planets?

What Are Planets?
Author: David Armentrout
Publisher: Crabtree Seedlings
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2022-01-17
Genre: Planets
ISBN: 9781039646667

"True planets, dwarf planets, and exoplanets--what's the difference? Find out the three rules scientists use to decide what makes a planet. Discover how they continue to search outside our solar system for a planet like Earth"--Provided by publisher.

Meet the Planets

Meet the Planets
Author: John McGranaghan
Publisher: Arbordale Publishing
Total Pages: 18
Release: 2011-02-10
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1607188694

Presents an introduction to the Solar System and the physical features of the eight planets that revolve around the Sun, in a text that includes learning activities.

13 Planets

13 Planets
Author: David A. Aguilar
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 68
Release: 2011
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1426307713

Profiles each of the planets in Earth's solar system, including Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Haumea, MakeMake, the sun, the Oort cloud, comets, and more.

My First Book of Planets

My First Book of Planets
Author: Dr. Bruce Betts
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 69
Release: 2020-06-16
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1646118375

Blast off on an exploration of outer space with this colorful solar system book for kids 3-5 Get little astronomers excited about the cosmos—from the bright and burning sun, to our own blue Earth, stormy Neptune, and every planet in between. With this incredible exploration of planets for preschool and kindergarten kids, curious learners will discover the ultimate solar system book, featuring amazing pictures and fascinating facts about what makes each planet so special, including its size, distance from the sun, what the surface is like, how many moons it has, and more! Go beyond other planet books for kids with: BIG, BEAUTIFUL IMAGES: Vibrant photos and illustrations will take kids deep into space—no telescope required. ASTRONOMY FOR KIDS: Learn all about the eight planets in our solar system, plus dwarf planets Ceres, Pluto, Eris, Haumea, and Makemake. FUN SPACE FACTS: Did you know the bubbles in soda are the same gas that's on Venus? Out of this world facts will make this toddler space book a hit! Show kids the amazing universe that surrounds them with My First Book of Planets.

Solar System Planets and Exoplanets

Solar System Planets and Exoplanets
Author: Joseph Bevelacqua
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 236
Release: 2021-07-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1839693126

Solar System Planets and Exoplanets provides a current viewpoint of planetary systems. The solar system’s planets and exoplanets are addressed in an overview manner, and specific space probe data are used to provide a current state of knowledge of Venus and Mars. Recent Mars data and associated observations are addressed in several chapters. Of particular interest are data that suggest the possibility that life could have existed on the planet’s surface during its past when Mars’ atmosphere was wetter and denser. The search for life on Mars is one of the main objectives of space missions, and it is an ongoing theme of this book. Key to the existence of life is the evolution of the radiation output of the Sun that is discussed and projected into the future. Space probe data related to the Asteroid Belt is also presented. Technological advances in terms of operating aircraft on Mars and propulsion systems provide useful commentary regarding future innovations that will enhance upcoming space missions and the search for life.

The Planets in Our Solar System

The Planets in Our Solar System
Author: Franklyn M. Branley
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 36
Release: 1998-04-18
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 006445178X

Where is it partly cloudy and 860°F? Venus. Read about the eight planets in our solar system and Earth's special place in it. This book also includes instructions for making your own solar system mobile, and on the new "Find Out More" page learn how to track the moon and visit the best plant web sites.

Explore My World Planets

Explore My World Planets
Author: Becky Baines
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2016
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1426323220

Discover the other planets in Earth's solar system and beyond.

Why Isn't Pluto a Planet?

Why Isn't Pluto a Planet?
Author: Steve Kortenkamp
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2007
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780736867535

"A brief description of planets, including what they are, where they are, and how they orbit around the sun"--Provided by publisher.

I Love Pluto

I Love Pluto
Author: Chris Ferrie
Publisher: Sourcebooks Explore
Total Pages: 18
Release: 2020
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781728205243

"Pluto the planet Was really quite proud. But at the party of planets, It wasn't allowed... Scientists have determined that Pluto is a minor planet and is no longer considered one of the main planets of the Solar System. But that doesn't mean we don't love Pluto and the other minor planets in the universe! From the team behind the adorably popular 8 Little Planets comes a new tale about the planet who no longer fits in"--

Encyclopedia of the Solar System

Encyclopedia of the Solar System
Author: Lucy-Ann McFadden
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 987
Release: 2006-12-18
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0080474985

Long before Galileo published his discoveries about Jupiter, lunar craters, and the Milky Way in the Starry Messenger in 1610, people were fascinated with the planets and stars around them. That interest continues today, and scientists are making new discoveries at an astounding rate. Ancient lake beds on Mars, robotic spacecraft missions, and new definitions of planets now dominate the news. How can you take it all in? Start with the new Encyclopedia of the Solar System, Second Edition.This self-contained reference follows the trail blazed by the bestselling first edition. It provides a framework for understanding the origin and evolution of the solar system, historical discoveries, and details about planetary bodies and how they interact—and has jumped light years ahead in terms of new information and visual impact. Offering more than 50% new material, the Encyclopedia includes the latest explorations and observations, hundreds of new color digital images and illustrations, and more than 1,000 pages. It stands alone as the definitive work in this field, and will serve as a modern messenger of scientific discovery and provide a look into the future of our solar system.· Forty-seven chapters from 75+ eminent authors review fundamental topics as well as new models, theories, and discussions· Each entry is detailed and scientifically rigorous, yet accessible to undergraduate students and amateur astronomers· More than 700 full-color digital images and diagrams from current space missions and observatories amplify the chapters· Thematic chapters provide up-to-date coverage, including a discussion on the new International Astronomical Union (IAU) vote on the definition of a planet· Information is easily accessible with numerous cross-references and a full glossary and index