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Children's Encyclopedia of the Solar System
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The book includes profiles of each planet, explanations of Earth's atmosphere and tides, space exploration milestones such as the moon landing and Mars missions, and scientific phenomena including the Big Bang and solar eclipses. An accessible and authoritative introduction, it supports the key stage 2 (KS2) curriculum and is ideal for children aged 8 and above.
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This book is perfect for children aged 8+ who are curious about space and astronomy. It is suitable for home learning and complements the KS2 curriculum, making it a valuable resource for young learners interested in science.
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Young readers can explore the wonders of our solar system with this awe-inspiring hardback guide, combining the latest astronomical research with breathtaking, full-colour photography.
Full of facts, annotations, and profile boxes, this visual encyclopedia introduces children to the science behind the Sun, planets, and moons of our solar system. Discover what the Sun is made of, where diamonds rain from the sky, and how scientists plan to blast dangerous asteroids away from our planet.
Includes:
- A profile of each planet in our solar system
- Earth and the Moon: atmosphere, tides, orbits
- Space exploration: the moon landing, the ISS, missions to Mars
- The science of the solar system: the Big Bang, solar eclipses, solar radiation
Accessible, entertaining, and authoritative, this book supports the key stage 2 (KS2) curriculum and is great for home learning. It's the perfect introduction to the world of space and astronomy for children aged 8+.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Children's Reference Library uses stunning photography, fabulous facts, and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects—from the animal kingdom to space. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781398823303
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 September 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Arcturus
Illustration: Hardback with jacket
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 15.0mm
Width: 225.0mm
Height: 280.0mm
Weight: 835g
Pages: 128
About the Author
Claudia Martin is a highly respected author of non-fiction for children and young adults, with an exceptional talent for making complex ideas accessible. She specialises in the subjects of geography, science, and the natural world. Her books have been translated into 14 languages and have sold over a quarter of a million copies. She lives in London.
Helen Giles (consultant) is an astronomer with a PhD from the Observatoire de Genève in Switzerland. She is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, a Member of the European Astronomical Society, and an expert in the study of starspot photometric signatures and the hunting of extrasolar planets.
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