Presents an introduction to the Solar System and the physical features of the eight planets that revolve around the Sun, in a text that includes learning activities.

Zoooooooom! We're off on an exciting space adventure in our rocket to meet all the planets of the solar system. Join in with the rhymes and spot all the smiley-faced, friendly planets, from shimmering Saturn to mighty Mars. Little ones will have a blast (and be back in time for bed!) in this striking, read-aloud, story-led picture book. It's perfect for all would-be astronauts! A special edition where the words and pictures take you on a journey far beyond the page. This audio-enabled eBook comes with a gorgeous reading by Sarah Ovens, along with music and sound effects.

At last, a playful way to master the complex art of astrology. Roy Alexander assignes human characteristics to the astrological signs. Maybe you're the exotic Temple Dancer, the win-at-all-costs Tennis Champion, or perhaps the nit-picking School Teacher. Now you can relates to the planets as people with the same quirks and foibles, as the rest of us. You'll be amazed at how easy and fun it is. 142 illus.

"Get to explore the solar system one planet at a time, counting down from Mercury to Nepture!"--P. [4] of cover.

"They say they reach for the stars, but they only ever seem to get this far!" laments Marvin, the miserable man in the Moon. This is the first book in the Playful Planets series. It teaches children the names of the planets and some of the myths and legends associated with them in a simple, colourful, and fun way.

Recent discoveries of planet-like objects circling other sun-like stars have stirred enormous interest in what other planets may exist in the universe, and whether they could support intelligent life. This book takes us into the midst of this search for extrasolar planets. Unlike other books, it focuses on the people behind the searches -- many known personally by the author -- and the extraordinary technology that is currently on the drawing boards. The author is an experienced, award-winning science journalist who was previously technology correspondent for the Financial Times of London. He has written on many topics in astronomy and astrobiology in over 35 different newspapers and magazines worldwide.