(4) 4-6 21st Century Science series. Broad in coverage and optimistic in attitude, this volume introduces subtopics ranging from the planets, stars, and galaxies to deep space probes and predictions of humans returning to the moon and exploring Mars. Also covered are telescopes, rockets, and the search for extraterrestrial life. Breadth and a highly segmented format result in rather superficial treatments, but the text is augmented with color photographs and diagrams. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) 4-6 This somewhat cluttered guide to stars visible in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres intersperses brief discussions of a range of astronomy topics, star charts, and information about constellations and their stars. Readers may wish to study the book prior to nighttime observations, then take the included planisphere out during actual viewing. A knowledgeable adult may also help with interpreting the charts. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

(4) 4-6 Eyewitness Books series. Calling the universe "everything that exists," this book attempts to corral a huge subject. From discussion of the Big Bang theory to the solar system to the planets, stars, and galaxies, each double-page spread is crammed with color photos, diagrams, illustrations, captions, and explanatory paragraphs. This volume offers generally accurate, browsable bits of information about a vast topic. Ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) 4-6 The title of this volume, which is a cross between a textbook, an encyclopedia, and an Eyewitness series book, is misleading: the book covers physics and chemistry only. Each double-page spread within each chapter ("Atoms and Elements," "Forces and Energy," etc.) features color photos and advanced science information. Additional panels clearly aimed at teachers suggest science experiments. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

(3) YA Exploring the Universe series. The books in this series are well organized, up-to-date, and clearly illustrated. Color photos and diagrams extend the thorough text, which is accessible but also avoids oversimplifying information. The few errors are minor. A list of websites and a timeline are included in each volume. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Exploring the Universe titles: The Far Planets, The Near Planets, The Night Sky, The Solar System, Stars and Galaxies, The Sun and Moon.]

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(3) YA Exploring the Universe series. The books in this series are well organized, up-to-date, and clearly illustrated. Color photos and diagrams extend the thorough text, which is accessible but also avoids oversimplifying information. The few errors are minor. A list of websites and a timeline are included in each volume. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Exploring the Universe titles: The Far Planets, The Near Planets, The Night Sky, The Solar System, Stars and Galaxies, The Sun and Moon.]

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(3) YA Exploring the Universe series. The books in this series are well organized, up-to-date, and clearly illustrated. Color photos and diagrams extend the thorough text, which is accessible but also avoids oversimplifying information. The few errors are minor. A list of websites and a timeline are included in each volume. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Exploring the Universe titles: The Far Planets, The Near Planets, The Night Sky, The Solar System, Stars and Galaxies, The Sun and Moon.]

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(3) YA Exploring the Universe series. The books in this series are well organized, up-to-date, and clearly illustrated. Color photos and diagrams extend the thorough text, which is accessible but also avoids oversimplifying information. The few errors are minor. A list of websites and a timeline are included in each volume. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Exploring the Universe titles: The Far Planets, The Near Planets, The Night Sky, The Solar System, Stars and Galaxies, The Sun and Moon.]

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(3) YA Exploring the Universe series. The books in this series are well organized, up-to-date, and clearly illustrated. Color photos and diagrams extend the thorough text, which is accessible but also avoids oversimplifying information. The few errors are minor. A list of websites and a timeline are included in each volume. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Exploring the Universe titles: The Far Planets, The Near Planets, The Night Sky, The Solar System, Stars and Galaxies, The Sun and Moon.]

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(3) YA Exploring the Universe series. The books in this series are well organized, up-to-date, and clearly illustrated. Color photos and diagrams extend the thorough text, which is accessible but also avoids oversimplifying information. The few errors are minor. A list of websites and a timeline are included in each volume. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Exploring the Universe titles: The Far Planets, The Near Planets, The Night Sky, The Solar System, Stars and Galaxies, The Sun and Moon.]

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(4) 4-6 Planet Library series. This clearly written series is quite up-to-date and includes many spacecraft discoveries, such as that of extra-solar planets. Each volume contains a few errors, but the diagrams are well done and the photos are generally well chosen and captioned. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(4) 4-6 Planet Library series. This clearly written series is quite up-to-date and includes many spacecraft discoveries, such as that of extra-solar planets. Each volume contains a few errors, but the diagrams are well done and the photos are generally well chosen and captioned. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(4) 4-6 Planet Library series. This clearly written series is quite up-to-date and includes many spacecraft discoveries, such as that of extra-solar planets. Each volume contains a few errors, but the diagrams are well done and the photos are generally well chosen and captioned. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(4) 4-6 Planet Library series. This clearly written series is quite up-to-date and includes many spacecraft discoveries, such as that of extra-solar planets. Each volume contains a few errors, but the diagrams are well done and the photos are generally well chosen and captioned. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(4) 4-6 Planet Library series. This clearly written series is quite up-to-date and includes many spacecraft discoveries, such as that of extra-solar planets. Each volume contains a few errors, but the diagrams are well done and the photos are generally well chosen and captioned. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(4) 4-6 Planet Library series. This clearly written series is quite up-to-date and includes many spacecraft discoveries, such as that of extra-solar planets. Each volume contains a few errors, but the diagrams are well done and the photos are generally well chosen and captioned. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(4) 4-6 Planet Library series. This clearly written series is quite up-to-date and includes many spacecraft discoveries, such as that of extra-solar planets. Each volume contains a few errors, but the diagrams are well done and the photos are generally well chosen and captioned. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(4) 4-6 Planet Library series. This clearly written series is quite up-to-date and includes many spacecraft discoveries, such as that of extra-solar planets. Each volume contains a few errors, but the diagrams are well done and the photos are generally well chosen and captioned. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(4) 4-6 Planet Library series. This clearly written series is quite up-to-date and includes many spacecraft discoveries, such as that of extra-solar planets. Each volume contains a few errors, but the diagrams are well done and the photos are generally well chosen and captioned. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs

(4) 4-6 Planet Library series. This clearly written series is quite up-to-date and includes many spacecraft discoveries, such as that of extra-solar planets. Each volume contains a few errors, but the diagrams are well done and the photos are generally well chosen and captioned. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Harry Clement Stubbs