Planets

by Alice Harman

What is a planet? What are planets made of? This volume addresses these questions and more in a fascinating look at the planets that make up our solar system. Readers will explore boiling-hot Mercury and freezing-cold Neptune, and everything in between, learning what makes each planet special. The text and fact boxes are supplemented by amazing photographs taken by spacecraft, which give readers a close-up look at space bodies that are so far away. Readers are sure to enjoy this amazing space adventure.

24 pages, Paperback

First published January 15, 2016

About the author

Alice Harman is an experienced author and editor, specialising in children's books. She has written more than forty books for children, about everything from art to outer space. She has also edited and contributed to many other books for children, young people and adults.