Beginning with a fascinating overview and then organized by planet, in order of its distance from the sun, "Solar System" takes us on a trip across time and space that includes a front-row seat to the explosive birth of the solar system, a journey to (and then deep inside) each of its eight planets, and even an in-depth exploration of asteroids and comets.

A simple yet informative book about the solar system for preschoolers, featuring information about planets, constellations, satellites, spacecraft, and more.

A solar system is a complex system containing a star and a group of planets, moons, and other bodies that move around the star. In our solar system, that star is the sun. Readers will learn about many of the wonders of our solar system.

In this guided tour of our planetary neighborhood, the Milky Way and other galaxies, and beyond, detailed maps and fascinating imagery from recent space missions partner with clear, authoritative scientific information. Starting with the sun and moving outward into space, acclaimed science writer and physicist James Trefil illuminates each planet, the most important moons, significant asteroids, and other objects in our solar system. Looking beyond,...

Learn all about Mars from the point-of-view of Mars himself.

Stella loves the wonders of Outer Space, but it is only when she meets a fellow space traveler looking for a planet that her eyes are opened to the wonders of Earth.

"Readers will get an in-depth look at the critical components that make up space. Alongside engaging photos, readers will learn about planets, the moon, the sun, stars, asteroids, comets, meteoroids, galaxies, the universe, and the exciting field of space exploration. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index." --publisher's website.

A simple introduction to the stars, covering the different types, and how they form.