The story of Pluto and its largest moon, from discovery through the New Horizons flyby--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the solar system providing information on the planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and meteoroids.

Learn About How Physics, Math, And Science Work Together To Help Us Understand Our Solar System And Beyond.

With a unique glow-in-the dark tactile book cover that recreates the cratered surface of the moon, DISCOVERING PLANETS AND MOONS is the ultimate guide to the most fascinating features of our solar system. Blast off into outer space with DISCOVERINGS PLANETS AND MOONS! From the icy outer reaches of our solar system to the blazing heat of the Sun, this action-packed, full-color book is bursting with gripping facts, fun tidbits, and dynamic artwork that bring the mysteries of our galaxy to life!

This book serves as a fascinating progress report on the outer solar system, offering a way to better appreciate the newest findings. It unlocks some of the mysteries surrounding Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto — from the drama of their discoveries to the startling results of Voyager 2’s historic 1989 encounter with Neptune.

Profiles each of the planets in Earth's solar system, including Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Haumea, MakeMake, the sun, the Oort cloud, comets, and more.