The Horn Book Guide

SCIENCE

Claybourne, Anna

The Solar System

48 pp. | Chelsea Clubhouse | August, 2006 | Library ISBN 0-7910-8862-6 $27.00

(4) 4-6 Science in Focus series. This general history of astronomy briefly describes planets (including the Pluto debate), moons, meteoroids, asteroids, and stars. Humankind's fascination with space is also outlined and discussed, highlighting subjects such as telescopes, space probes, and space travel. Somewhat crowded pages feature captioned photos, diagrams, "fact focus" boxes, and other sidebars, including comparisons between planets. Reading list, timeline, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo