Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. I must say that this is a very well-written and illustrated reading material for all ages, not just for kids. Herschel was an astronomer and wanted to see farther into the solar system. He found what we know now as Uranus. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. We’d love your help. Perfect for Astronomy Fans and Future Astronauts. . Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2014. Human exploration! He never got into it. Be the first to ask a question about Exploring the Solar System. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. It has original pictures (not cartoon drawings) and is very educational for the whole family (if you are interested in learning about space). He searched for days, even weeks to find new things in space. . 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Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. It's a good quality book (no cheap paper). I would say it's more for 8 yrs and up (but perfect for a younger mature child). My daughter is very smart and understands what she is reading (or what I help her read). Some require a bit of prep, but a lot you can just do right away. Very good book!!! This was a gift to a lovely girl and she loved it! Being a nerd, I was sure my 6-y/o would love this, since he wanted "space stuff." February 1st 2008 Please try again. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. This book has been updated to include the recent discovery of Eris, which, along with Pluto, has been newly classified as a "dwarf planet" by … Unable to add item to List. —. This is really well done--a lot of complex ideas and history distilled for kids (and I'd say teens too) in a way that makes the science accessible, engaging, and fun. He searched for days, even weeks to find new things in space. In this context, Exploring the Solar System, edited by Launius (Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum), is a very timely work. It is a perfect fit for my 11yo 6th grader. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. —, "Great to look at . There was a problem loading your book clubs. "Truly creates a mental time line and makes the reader want to continue the saga." The book's 14 essays focus on the history of NASA and solar system exploration from the earliest days of the space agency. very cool a fun way to learn about space! Herschel tracked the path of what might be a comet over nights. good for all ages 8 to 80! We're using it for our Science reading right now. Welcome back. There's No Place Like Space: All About Our Solar System (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library), Space! Then when he kept researching it came out to be a new. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. Start by marking “Exploring the Solar System: A History with 22 Activities” as Want to Read: Error rating book. —SB&F. This is a hit with me. Winner of the 2009 American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Children’s Literature Award. We are using this book as a supplement to our homeschool science curriculum this year. From interviews with well-regarded scientists (including explanations of how they themselves became interested in studying space) to easy-to-execute activities to a very thorough timeline of space exploration, Carson has once again thought of everything for engaging our own little scientists. Herschel was an astronomer and wanted to see farther into the solar system. Refresh and try again. Something went wrong. In 1781, William Herschel came across an unusual shining object that didn’t look like a star. It has a lot of information from the past. I simply cannot recommend this book enough. I recommend it for your collection. How do we know that Mars is covered in rusty dust, that a day on Venus lasts longer than its year, and that Neptune has 13 moons? Taught me a lot about the universe. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Chicago Review Press; Revised edition (February 1, 2008), Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2020. This book has 22 hands on projects that I could or teachers could use for a science lesson on the solar system. First attempt into space they sent a dog. She has written more than thirty books for young people about wildlife, space, weather, nature, and history. Space Activity Book for Kids Ages 4-8: A Fun Kid Workbook Game For Learning, Solar System Coloring, Dot to Dot, Mazes, Word Search and More! For example. Very interesting! Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2011. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published He searched for days, even weeks to find new things in space. In true Mary Kay Carson fashion, Exploring the Solar System : A History with 22 Activities isn't dumbed down even the slightest. It's a little above my son's reading level (he's 9) right now, but we're doing it as a read aloud and he follows along just fine. Exploring the Solar System by Mary Kay Carson is a non-fiction book because it contains facts about what we know about our solar system. 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Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Please try again. Please try again. And the illustrative photos are stunning, the perfect foil for the text in capturing the imagination. Carson respects children and seems to grasp well what they can be expected to understand - which is often more than what they are credited with. We have been so impressed with this History of our journey and explorations of space! Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2006. Exploring the Solar System by Mary Kay Carson is a non-fiction book because it contains facts about what we know about our solar system. This book is a great book for 4th grade students to study or learn about the solar sytem and the planets! : The Universe as You've Never Seen It Before (Knowledge Encyclopedias), The Everything Kids' Astronomy Book: Blast into outer space with stellar facts, intergalactic trivia, and out-of-this-world puzzles. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, Children's Aeronautics & Space Books (Books), © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2006. Mary Kay Carson is an award-winning children’s nonfiction author. Highly recommended. Exploring the Solar System relates the rich history of space exploration using telescopes, satellites, probes, landers, and human missions. Her recent non-fiction titles include, Mariah Carey Is Telling Her Own Story (and Recommending Books). The photos and the experiments really enrich the text, and I appreciate that the projects are actually doable. She's very interested in Space. 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