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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 invites young children aged 3-5 on an exciting journey through our solar system. With vibrant images and easy-to-understand facts, little astronomers will explore the sun, the eight planets, and notable dwarf planets like Pluto and Ceres. The book covers fascinating details such as planetary sizes, distances from the sun, surface characteristics, and moon counts, all designed to spark curiosity about the cosmos.
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Format: Hardback
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Ideal for preschool and kindergarten children (ages 3-5) with an interest in space and astronomy, as well as parents and educators seeking an engaging, colourful introduction to the solar system.

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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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Praised by Dr Rosaly M.C. Lopes, a senior planetary scientist, for its accessible language and engaging analogies, the book is noted to explain complex science clearly to children. Kathy Proctor, a 2nd grade teacher, highlights the bright, colourful pictures and relatable comparisons that make comprehension effortless, recommending it as an exceptional educational resource that respects young readers' intelligence without talking down to them.

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ISBN: 9781638788317

Publisher: Callisto Media Inc.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 November 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Callisto Kids

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 209.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 386g

Pages: 68

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Bruce Betts Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction 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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