Bibliograph

Super space encyclopedia, author, Clive Gifford ; Smithsonian consultant, Shauna Edson ; general consultant, Dr. Jacqueline Mitton

Type

Label

Super space encyclopedia, author, Clive Gifford ; Smithsonian consultant, Shauna Edson ; general consultant, Dr. Jacqueline Mitton

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

resource.interestAgeLevel

Age 9-11

resource.interestGradeLevel

Grade 4-6

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Super space encyclopedia

Nature of contents

dictionariesencyclopedias

Oclc number

1091127417

Responsibility statement

author, Clive Gifford ; Smithsonian consultant, Shauna Edson ; general consultant, Dr. Jacqueline Mitton

Summary

Find out about the never-ending storms on Jupiter. Learn about the towering volcanoes of Venus -- all 1,600 of them, and see the Valles Marineris on Mars -- a canyon that is ten times longer than Earth's Grand Canyon. Based on recent research and discoveries, showcases everything a variety of facts about the Universe -- from the Big Bang to the formation of galaxies and planets as well as the technology used to explore its unimaginable depths. Cutaway artworks reveal the inner workings of the Sun, planets, and spacecraftBursting with fascinating facts and the latest breathtaking images, this space book for children brings the wonders of the Solar System to life. Find out about the never-ending storms on Jupiter. Learn about the towering volcanoes of Venus -- all 1,600 of them, and see the Valles Marineris on Mars -- a canyon that is ten times longer than Earth's Grand Canyon. Find out many more fascinating "super" facts about the cosmos with Super Space Encyclopedia. Based on recent research and discoveries, Super Space Encyclopedia showcases everything you need to know about the Universe -- from the Big Bang to the formation of galaxies and planets as well as the technology used to explore it unimaginable depths. Fabulous cutaway artworks help to reveal the inner workings of the Sun, planets, and spacecraft

Table Of Contents

The universe -- Inner solar system -- Outer solar system -- Stars and exoplanets -- Galaxies -- Space exploration -- People in space. -- Glossary

Target audience

juvenile

resource.variantTitle

Super spaceDK Smithsonian super space encyclopedia

Contributor

Creator