20 Fun Facts about Asteroids and Comets

by Arielle Chiger

Book Overview

Most asteroids come from a "belt" that orbits the sun between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. Comets are born in the frozen reaches beyond Neptune. Both are remnants leftover from the birth of our solar system billions of years ago. Readers will be amazed to learn all about these fascinating space rocks. The scientific text is paired with stunning photographs and illustrations of cosmic forces at work. A detailed graphic organizer provides a convenient...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1482407922
• ISBN13: 9781482407921
• Release Date: August 2014
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.1" x 8.4"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5