"A witty guide to Pluto's discovery and demotion, which puts kids in charge. Pluto has not been a planet since 2006. But this tiny world still inspires people of all ages while sparking controversy. In this delightfully witty book, astronomer Dean Regas teaches you how to educate your grown-up about the cutting-edge science of space, most crucially the reason why Pluto is not a planet anymore. Delving into the history of space discoveries, the key...

An introduction to Venus that describes the planet's orbit, rotation, surface, and atmosphere and discusses how scientists study it.

Introduce young children to the wonders of the universe, in a book with simple text, amazing photographs and detailed illustrations that provide information such as what stars are made of, why the moon shines and what space toilets look like.

Bright, bold and scientifically accurate illustrations, fascinating facts, and an interactive "Spot It" game combine to present an out-of-this-world introduction to the Solar System and beyond that will thrill aspiring astronauts and space explorers.

Publisher Annotation: Have you ever wondered what the universe looked like billions of years ago, or asked yourself what might happen if galaxies collided? The James Webb Space Telescope gives us never-before-seen glimpses of the answers to these questions, showing us the birth and death of stars and galaxies, helping scientists find Earthlike planets, and even revealing asteroids closer to home. This book explains the amazing science of the James...