Asteroids (Amazing Space) - Softcover

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From the moon and sun to the farthest galaxies, outer space is full of celestial wonders that captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young stargazers to marvels beyond Earth and the tools scientists use to study them, including rovers and telescopes. Each title in this high-interest astronomy series includes vibrant photos, elementary-level text, and an in-depth look at one key feature. What is that rocky object flying far beyond Earth's atmosphere, past stars, moons, and planets? It's a celestial body called an asteroid! With the help of vibrant images and factual, elementary-level STEM text, this nonfiction astronomy title for children examines asteroid age, composition, formation, and location. It also explores key discoveries in history. A space science feature spotlights a NASA spacecraft's visit to an asteroid. Captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index support readers in grade 2 and up.

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