From the series Journey into Space
The Outer Planets
Reading Level Grades 1-2Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2023
Reviewed From the series Journey into Space
Reading Level Grades 1-2Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2023
ReviewedGet ready for a visit to the outer limits of the solar system! This low-level nonfiction title uses narrative text and playful illustrations to introduce young readers to the ice and gas giants of the solar system. Students can learn about Jupiter’s Great Red Spot and Saturn’s rings. Bonus facts add even more information, while questions encourage readers to think creatively about the text. This exciting space voyage will engage young students on their own reading journey!
Colorful illustrations in these titles show various children learning about space. They imagine traveling to the planets, moons, and other objects in our solar system as they visit the science museum, learn in class, or take a plane ride. "Mission Goals" set a purpose for reading, while "Beyond the Mission" suggests an activity to extend learning as well as a few questions to ponder. Blastoff Jimmy appears with additional facts of interest like the composition of asteroids. The end of each exploration is a recap page with facts about the visited objects such as the comparative sizes of asteroids, or number of moons for each planet. A list of suggested reading as well as FactSurfer links to online resources offer additional material to explore. VERDICT: An introduction to solar system basics for young readers that would work well in classrooms or library collections.
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