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The Solar System

A Cosmic Adventure
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The Solar System by Royal Observatory Greenwich and Elizabeth Avery is an engaging children's book that provides a fascinating journey through the solar system. It introduces young readers to the wonders of the planets, stars, and other celestial bodies with captivating illustrations and straightforward explanations. This educational adventure aims to spark curiosity and a love of astronomy in budding space explorers.
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You might enjoy this book if you're eager to take a journey through the wonders of our solar system, perfect for young explorers who are fascinated by space. It's beautifully illustrated and provides engaging facts, making it an excellent choice for those curious about planets, stars, and the universe beyond our Earth.

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The Solar System

This brilliant guide to the Solar System, brought to you by the world-famous Royal Observatory in Greenwich will answer all the questions you have about space science and astronomy!

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Are you a super-massive space fan? Great! Let's go on an adventure through the Solar System and BEYOND!

Would you like to know where to find rubber-duck shaped space rocks, ice-spewing volcanoes, and raindrops the size of mini marshmallows? Maybe you want to find out how many giant squids you would need to form a conga line long enough to reach the Moon?

You'll find the answers to these questions and plenty more in this brilliant guide to the Solar System, brought to you by the world-famous Royal Observatory in Greenwich. Prepare to have your brain boggled by the amazing world of space science and astronomy!

The Solar System by Royal Observatory Greenwich and Elizabeth Avery is your gateway to these cosmic wonders.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781906367787

Publisher: National Maritime Museum

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 May 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Royal Observatory Greenwich

Illustration: Fully colour illustrated

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 48

About the Author

Elizabeth Avery is an astronomer at Royal Observatory Greenwich and a huge science fan! She has spent her career creating and presenting all sorts of science-based activities for people of all ages to get involved with. She has always had a serious soft spot for space science and astronomy. The Royal Observatory, in Greenwich, London, is home to Greenwich Mean Time and the Meridian Line, and is one of the most important scientific sites in the world. Founded by Charles II in 1675, today you can explore how great scientists first mapped the seas and the stars, experience awe-inspiring astronomy and take a journey through the cosmos in London's only planetarium.

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