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The Solar System Reference for Teens: A Fascinating Guide to Our Planets, Moons, Space Programs, and More

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Take a tour of our solar system with this guide for teens ages 12 to 16 From the moons of Jupiter to the surface of Mars, our solar system is home to a multitude of wild, weird worlds. Crack open this solar system book and embark on a journey through space as you meet key figures in history, explore careers in astronomy, uncover some of the solar system's biggest mysteries, and more.Tons of images―Bring celestial objects into focus through more than 160 images, illustrations, and diagrams that provide a close-up look into our solar system and how it works.Fascinating facts―Did you know the Moon gets farther from Earth each year at about the same rate that your fingernails grow? Discover all sorts of awe-inspiring facts about our solar system's planets, moons, and more.Exciting exploration―Learn about important historical achievements and technological developments―including missions to different parts of the solar system―and get tips for your own stargazing sessions.Explore all the cool stuff in our solar system with this accessible reference guide for teens. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Callisto Teens


Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 21, 2022


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 194 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1638787387


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 89


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.2 pounds


Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 - 16 years


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 0.48 x 9.25 inches


Grade level ‏ : ‎ 7 - 9


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    • Solar system
This is a gift for my teenage grandson. He is very interested in the solar system and was thrilled to get it.
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2025 by Nelta Hammarllund
    • Kid at heart
What a fun and informative book for older kids, teens, and even adults. I got this book for my ten-year-old and she likes it, but I think I like it even more.
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2022 by Natalie
    • Factual, Fun, Full Color All-Star Space Reading!
Now and then, I get the Astronomy bug and want to do a shallow dive into what’s new out there among the planets and stars. When I spotted this reference guide, I was eager to pour through the pages and particularly the photos to refresh my knowledge and glean more from what scientists continue to learn. Solar System Reference for Teens is obviously written for a target group younger than my own. It is informational, but also meant to inspire a love for the study of what is out there beyond our world and how our world fits into the system. I liked the tone of simple explanation and definitions that painted a picture rather than obscured with complex facts and figures. There were good analogies to get over the heavy ground of distance and speed that is difficult to wrap my mind around. Solar System Reference for Teens was broken into five sections after the intro: Solar System at a Glance, Terrestrial Planets and Asteroids, Gas Giants and Ice Giants, Dwarf Planets, Kuiper Belt and Beyond, and Exploring Space. This is followed up by a nice glossary, reference guide and index. A reader is encouraged in whatever chapter order grabs the attention, but the book takes an inward to outward approach starting with our sun and working out to the fascinating area of space in the distant, unexplored region of our system beyond Pluto and the Kuiper Belt. There are amazing color photos and photos taken in different spectrums to showcase the objects in space (sun, planets, moons, asteroids, planetary rings, space stations, exploring crafts, and satellites) and their unique features. There are insets of mini bios of movers and shakers in space science, careers in space science, and how tech developed for space has been incorporated into our daily lives- cell phone camera and weather satellites, anyone? I was fascinated by fun tidbits like in the section about the sun describing the effect of solar flares the 1859 Corona Mass Ejection was biggest ever and caused telegraphs to catch fire. Later it was entertaining to get a pop culture reference for Saturn’s ‘Death Star’ moon, Mimas, because of its general appearance and odd crater that have a strong resemblance to the Star War’s weapon. I was also fascinated that Saturn has a water spewing moon, Enceladus, and the water turned to ice makes up one of Saturn’s rings. Man oh man, I was startled that there are over 5,000 satellites orbit the earth and even more constantly being sent up. All in all, it was full of lovely up to the minute photos that were the centerpiece of interest and the well-organized and written facts that caught the attention and fired interest in the reader. It made me appreciate the work that has gone into the study of astronomy in the past, what work is being done now and how the work affects even our daily lives, and just how much there is still to learn. My love for science was enforced and I had the urge to snatch up binoculars or get my hands on a telescope and sit outside on a clear, dark night to appreciate what is above us. Definitely recommend. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2022 by Sophia Rose
    • Full of fun facts.
Great for teen reading level. Full of lots of interesting info for all ages.
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2023 by Jorden Mackey
    • This is for teens AND OLDER
I guess the author was looking for a demographic to appeal to and decided that this book is a bit much for pre-teens (though I know many pre-teens who would gobble this up) and that it may not be deep and academic enough for adults. I'm well past my teens and I can see just about anyone, from about 10 to 100 years old, enjoying reading this and absorbing the information. This runs the gamut from the basics of our planetary solar system, facts about the objects in the system (planets, moons, asteroids, etc) and moves on to careers in astronomy (OK, maybe that's more directly aimed at teens) to the internal structure of the planets, the atmospheres of the planets, exploratory missions, space stations and so much more, including a glossary. It's written in a light, but informative manner. There's no theoretical math describing an orbit, but you'll easily understand the path of an orbit as much as you'll ever need to know (unless you want to become an astronomer/educator). I found this to be a delightful book, easy to read and interesting enough to hold anyone's attention as long as they are old enough to read at a 4th grade or above level. The graphics are well done, easily understood, and just as with our solar system, sometimes beautiful. Highly recommended. Review of: Solar System Reference for Teens: ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2022 by Prince of Peas
    • Great for All Ages!
This is labeled as a reference book for teens, and it is a great reference book for teens. It is also an excellent book for children and most adults, excluding those who are already experts it astronomy. But even experts may want to use this book as a reference for children and teens. This book is also just a great read, cover to cover. I finished it in a few days, and I enjoyed every minute. I have an advanced degree, but not in a field of science. So this was a great review for me, and it updated me on many recent advances and discoveries up through 2021. This covers many subjects related to astronomy. Various career paths directly and indirectly related to astronomy are suggested. Basic science regarding the electromagnetic spectrum, gravity, and orbits is covered. Dimensions, characteristics, weather, orbits, and moons of the eight planets are described. The five currently recognized dwarf planets, centaurs, trans-Neptunian objects, the Kuiper Belt, the Oort Belt, asteroids, and so many other amazing things are described, with many pictures and diagrams. But all is presented in a very readable and pleasant style, including humorous comparisons of distances involved. The book provides brief biographies of famous and lesser known scientists that have contributed to the field. Important space missions, probes and their contributions are reviewed. I would especially recommend the paperback for its many diagrams and pictures. This is a great addition to every family library for reference and education! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2022 by Hayes Land Office

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