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Author
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First edition.
Lexile measure
900L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
The wide range of planets in our small solar system alone is remarkable--giant planets; dwarf planets; rocky, watery, and gaseous planets; frigid planets and blazing-hot planets; and planets surrounded by rings or multiple moons. Then travel beyond our solar system and begin exploring the so-called exoplanets, and the variety is even more dazzling. Even readers who think they know everything about planets will find much to intrigue, excite, and thrill...
Author
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First edition.
Lexile measure
NC 1020L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
The Milky Way is just one of billions of galaxies in the universe. Yet by exploring the galaxy we call home, we have been able to uncover some of the universe's many unknowns. This illuminating volume carefully breaks down the features of the Milky Way galaxy. It explains such characteristics as size, shape, and age; examines planets, stars, and star clusters; and delves into such concepts as black holes and dark matter. Important terms are explained,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Lexile measure
NC 920L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
To bring some semblance of order to the vast night sky, ancient astronomers assigned patterns to the stars that shown around them. These became known as constellations. This book provides insight into the scientific aspects of constellations as star maps and navigation tools as well as more fanciful interpretations, including a discussion of the zodiac. The stories associated with some of the most recognizable constellations and boxed inserts posing...
Author
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Readers discover the difference between natural and human-made satellites in this entertaining volume. The narrative reveals fun facts about various moons in the Earth's solar system, such as Earth's moon and how it might have been formed, the moons of Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, and those of the dwarf planet Pluto. It also explains the terms "orbit," "spin," "rotation," and "eclipse." The volume provides "Think About It" boxes to...
Author
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First edition.
Lexile measure
870L
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
When people think of objects in the sky, they may think of planets, the sun, moon, and constellations. Many other bodies orbit Earth and the sun, however. The sky below Earth's atmosphere holds many interesting objects as well. We may not need a telescope to see them, but they are no less awe-inspiring. Readers are introduced to the dazzling phenomena of stars, galaxies, lightning, meteoroids, comets, auroras, rainbows, black holes, and even satellites...
12) A drop of blood
Author
Language
English
Description
A vampire and a monster give a simple introduction to the composition and functions of blood.
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2016]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
37 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The ocean covers almost three-quarters of the Earth, but how deep does it go? Put on your scuba gear and explore the ocean, from its shallowest waters to its deepest, most mysterious parts. As you dive deeper, youll discover glowing animals, strange creatures that dont need sunlight to survive, and even the largest hunter in the world" --
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2016]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
37 pages : color illustrations ; 27 x 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Help readers understand the observations of the sun and the moon, and includes directions on the most proficient method to keep a perception log.
16) Ant cities
Author
Lexile measure
600L
Language
English
Description
Explains how ants live and work together to build and maintain their cities.