venus (planet)

""Presents facts about the composition, atmosphere, and history of exploration of Mercury and Venus and features large illustrations and photographs."-Provided by publisher"--.

Did you know that Venus has many large volcanoes? Maat Mons is the highest volcano on Venus. Learn more in Venus.

Simple text and illustrations discuss the planet Venus, covering its physical characteristics, high number of volcanoes, and orbit around the sun.

"While Mars might be the planet scientists think is the most like Earth, Venus is actually Earth's closest neighbor! But because of a thick layer of toxic gasses, scientists believe it's impossible for Venus to support life as we know it. Beneath the planet's poisonous mask is a hot, unfriendly environment. Young astronauts will love learning not only about the mysteriousness of Venus, but also what else about this planet is so deadly!"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the planet of Venus, including its features, weather, and more.

An introduction to the planet Venus, including its rocky surface, heavy atmosphere, and more.

An introduction to Venus that describes the planet's orbit, rotation, surface, and atmosphere and discusses how scientists study it.

Welcome to Venus! Although this scorching world is around the same size as Earth, the two planets couldn't be more different. With thousands of active volcanoes and an atmosphere hot enough to melt metal, Venus will fascinate young learners as they read all about the toxic planet.

Simple text and illustrations introduce young readers to the planet Venus. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Photos and leveled text introduce beginning readers to Venus.