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My First Book of Planets

All About the Solar System for Kids
By Dr. Bruce Betts and Bruce Betts
Series: My First Book of
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My First Book of Planets by Dr. Bruce Betts explores our solar system, introducing young readers to each planet in a fun and engaging way. The book combines colourful illustrations with easy-to-understand facts, making it an ideal educational resource to spark curiosity about space and the wonders of the universe.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking to introduce young readers to the wonders of our solar system in a fun and engaging way. It's ideal for children interested in learning about space, as it presents fascinating planetary facts with vibrant illustrations, making education entertaining and age-appropriate.

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My First Book of Planets

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Blast off on an exploration of outer space with this colourful solar system book for kids aged 3-5.

Get little astronomers excited about the cosmos—from the bright and burning sun, to our own blue Earth, stormy Neptune, and every planet in between. With this incredible exploration of planets for preschool and kindergarten kids, curious learners will discover the ultimate solar system book, featuring amazing pictures and fascinating facts about what makes each planet so special, including its size, distance from the sun, what the surface is like, how many moons it has, and more!

Go beyond other planet books for kids with:

BIG, BEAUTIFUL IMAGES - Vibrant photos and illustrations will take kids deep into space—no telescope required.

ASTRONOMY FOR KIDS - Learn all about the eight planets in our solar system, plus dwarf planets Ceres, Pluto, Eris, Haumea, and Makemake.

FUN SPACE FACTS - Did you know the bubbles in soda are the same gas that's on Venus? Out of this world facts will make this toddler space book a hit!

Show kids the amazing universe that surrounds them with My First Book of Planets.

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My First Book of Planets by Dr. Bruce Betts is praised for its engaging and accessible explanation of the solar system to children. The book is noted for its beautiful illustrations, relatable analogies, and clear vocabulary that enhance comprehension. It effectively balances educational content with visual appeal, making it a hit among educators and parents for introducing young children to astronomy.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781646118366

Publisher: Callisto Media Inc.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 July 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Callisto Kids

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 202.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 226g

Pages: 72

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Bruce Betts Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Dr. Bruce Betts Education & Reference Non-Fiction Penguin Books Series: My First Book of

About the Author

DR. BRUCE BETTS is a planetary scientist who loves teaching people about planets, space, and the night sky in fun and entertaining ways. He is the chief scientist for the world's largest space interest group, The Planetary Society, where he heads both the Science and Technology and the Education and Outreach programs. He regularly writes for a variety of online and print publications, including The Planetary Report and his blog, planetary.org. Learn more at RandomSpaceFact.com.

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