| Venus: The Hot and Toxic Planet Contributor(s): Lawrence, Ellen (Author) |
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ISBN: 1909673048 ISBN-13: 9781909673045 Publisher: Ruby Tuesday Books OUR PRICE: $22.79 Product Type: Library Binding - Other Formats Published: August 2013 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Astronomy |
| Dewey: 523.420 |
| LCCN: 2013939981 |
| Lexile Measure: 830 |
| Series: Zoom Into Space (Ruby Tuesday Books) |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 8.1" W x 10.1" (0.60 lbs) 24 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 161669 Reading Level: 4.7 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Did you know that Venus shines so brightly in the night sky that sometimes it actually casts shadows here on Earth? Or that a single day on Venus lasts as long as 243 days on Earth? Or that Venus is so hot that even robots can't survive on its scorching surface? These and dozens of other fascinating facts provide a perfect high-interest introduction to the most deadly planet in the solar system, Venus. Filled with information perfectly suited to a second-grade audience, this accessible, high-impact book combines solid science, technology, and even math with up-to-the-minute information, odd and often quirky facts, and astounding space photography. It also provides plenty of surprises and teachable moments that will draw young children into a rewarding, kid-friendly reading experience. |