earth (planet)

"Follow along as [explorer Carsten Peter] heads into extreme places and reveals the science and background behindseemingly unexplainable natural places and phenomenon. Underlying each of his adventures is a dose of ... science, ... history, ... images, tips, gear & gadget advice, and more to help kids learn about the Earth and how they can help preserve the planet."--Publisher.

"Simple text and full-color photographs describe Earth"--Provided by the publisher.

Simple text and photographs introduce the concepts of day and night and explain the rotation of the Earth.

Simple text, illustrations, and photographs present information on planet Earth, such as Earth being the only known planet with oceans on it.

Presents information on the planet Earth, including its geography, location in the solar system, orbit and rotation, and atmosphere. Also discusses scientific explorations of different ecosystems on Earth. Includes statistics, fact boxes, a glossary, and further resources.

Presents a collection of illustrated facts about the moon and sun from how far away the moon is from Earth to how hot the sun is. Includes a glossary, text-related activities, and resources for further information.

The earth celebrates the birth of a new baby in an environmental story that includes factual information on the natural features of the planet, the sun, moon and stars, animals and people.

Follow the directions in this book and you can build your own observatory with easily accessible tools and supplies.

Simple text and photographs describe the landforms found on Earth.

Readers learn about some of the curious and odd things that can happen on planet Earth.