Reviews the history of Earth's observation of the red planet since ancient times, explores the results of modern scientific studies carried out by telescope, satellite, and landing probe, and speculates on a future human landing.
As the school year begins on Mars, Horus the Martian gets off to a rocky start, but soon discovers that first grade is not really as bad as he thought.
Photographs, illustrations, and simple text provide details about Mars including what it looks like, the discovery of frozen water on the planet, and future missions to Mars.
An introduction to Mars, describing its place in the solar system, its physical characteristics, its movement in space, and other facts about this planet.
Discusses the scientific aspects of the planet Mars, including its topographical make-up and the possibility that it may contain water and living things.
A simple introduction to Mars, discussing where it is, what it is made of, its moons and weather, the history of Mars exploration, and the planet's place in the solar system.
A young colonist on Mars befriends a strange round creature called Willis who gets him into trouble when he goes away to school, but whose presence and friendship finally enable the colonials to negotiate a treaty with the Martians.
