Planets in our solar system

"The closest planet to the sun, Mercury, is difficult for scientists to study! However, scientists have figured out ways to get up close to the mysterious Mercury. Young readers will discover why Mercury doesn't have moons and what we've learned from our missions to Mercury"--Provided by publisher.

Readers will learn about the largest planet in our solar system, Jupiter.

"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.

"The third largest planet in our solar system, Uranus, is the farthest planet in our solar system that can still be seen without a telescope! This planet is not only different in the way it looks, but also the way it spins! Unlike other planets, Uranus spins completely sideways. Young readers will want to take a coat on this freezing adventure, as they jump into what we know about this planet"--Provided by publisher.

"Saturn is famous for its large rings that can be seen even from Earth through a telescope. But that's not the only thing that makes this planet amazing! Saturn, just like Jupiter, is also considered to be a gas giant, and is one of the lightest planets in our solar system. Young adventurers will love learning the fun facts about this strange planet while they discover more about the ringed planet"--Provided by publisher.

"Scientists believe that Mars may have been like the Earth in the past. In fact, they believe Mars may have had water! Our next-door neighbor in space, young readers will love reading about the red planet. Discover not only what we already know about this planet, but also the hopes that scientists have for future missions! Young readers will put themselves in the shoes of astronauts as they discover what makes Mars so much like Earth and interesting to scientists!"--Provided by publisher.

"Our home planet, there's no other planet (that we know of!) just like Earth. This blue marble in space has living creatures, breathable air, deep blue oceans, and a range of lifeforms not found on any other planet. But that isn't the only thing that makes Earth amazing!"--Provided by publisher.

"With the strongest winds in the solar system, Neptune is one strange, blue planet! This book takes young readers to the furthest edge of our solar system to a planet that isn't blue because it has water on its surface. Scientists might not know everything about the dark and stormy Neptune, but there's still a lot to learn!"--Provided by publisher.

Highlights facts and features about the planet Venus, including information about its elements, orbit, and the first scientist to study it. Also discusses what was learned from different NASA spacecraft sent to explore the planet. Showcases photographs, a list of facts, a glossary, and further resources.

Highlights facts and features about the planet Uranus, including information about its elements, orbit, moons, and the scientist who discovered it. Also discusses what was learned from a NASA probe sent to explore the planet. Showcases photographs, a list of facts, a glossary, and further resources.