Does life exist somewhere other than Earth? How many planets are outside our galaxy? What happens when stars crash into each other? For a long time, people believed Earth was the only planet in the galaxy. Now we know the universe is much bigger. Budding astronomers will learn all about planets, stars, and galaxies, from what's already known to what scientists are still hoping to find out.
Everything you need to know about our spectacular Solar System, distant universes, and space exploration is packed into this fact-filled book. The magazine-style pages are bursting with vivid photgraphy, to 10 lists, and incredible facts to amaze and entertain!.
"Did you know that Earth is made of rocks, water, and ice? Earth is the only known planet to have oceans of water. Learn more in Earth"--From the publisher's web site.
"Sera is one of the few selected for a chance to be part of Zeta Squadron, an elite group of space pilots. All she needs to do is complete one flight, from the Old World to the New Colonies. Her mission doesn't start off well, and damage to one of her engines sends her off course. She crashes onto a violent dwarf planet with a molten core that is slowly devouring its surface. And that might be the least of her worries"--Back cover.
