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Author
Publisher
Clarion Books
Pub. Date
[2007]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
On August 24, 2006, a group of astronomers made a big announcement: Pluto could no longer be considered a planet. This book explains how advancements in technology have changed our understanding of the universe--and exactly how and why the number of planets in our solar system went from nine to eight.
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2008]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book discusses dwarf planets in our solar system; describes Ceres, Pluto, and Eris as known dwarf planets; and explains that they are studied through telescopes on Earth and in space.
Author
Series
Publisher
Picture Window Books
Pub. Date
c2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
They're like major planets, but not quite. They circle around the sun. They're round. But they haven't cleared everything out of their path. Explore these unusual objects in this book about the dwarf planets.
Author
Series
Our universe volume 7
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Hot diggity dog! Meet Pluto! The runt of a litter of eight planets. Pluto may not be the biggest or fastest planet to revolve around the Sun, but it has a unique story to tell. From the tale of how it was found by humans to its naming as a dwarf planet, it's Pluto's turn to take the spotlight and properly re-introduce itself."-- Publisher marketing.
Author
Publisher
Bullfrog Books
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"What has a starry ceiling and is one of the busiest places in the world? Find out by looking inside for more clues. You'll soon discover an amazing American place!"--Page [4] of cover.
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about Pluto and the dwarf planets. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
Author
Publisher
QEB Publishing
Pub. Date
2017
Language
English
Description
Join the latest spacecraft on their missions to explore our solar system.Explore their amazing discoveries for yourself.Be at the cutting-edge of space exploration and be wowed by amazing recent images of giant planets, rocky moons, and speeding comets, deep in space.
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"My First Book of Planets for kids includes: Planetary profiles- With this book of planets for kids, your child will learn everything there is to know about the eight planets in our solar system, plus dwarf planets Ceres, Pluto, Eris, Haumea, and Makemake. Colorful cosmos- Vibrant, high-quality photos in this book of planets for kids will take them into deep space and onto each planet-no telescope required! Fun space facts- Did you know the bubbles...
Series
Publisher
World Book
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"An introduction to Neptune, comets, and dwarf planets for primary and intermediate grade students with information about their features and exploration. Includes charts and diagrams, a list of highlights for each chapter, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.
18) The Squadron
Author
Series
Publisher
12-Story Library
Pub. Date
c2015
Language
English
Description
"All Sera Visser wants to do is pass her finals. Sera is one of the few selected for a chance to be part of Zeta Squadron, an elite group of space pilots. All she needs to do is complete one flight, from the Old World to the New Colonies. Her mission doesn't start off well, and damage to one of her engines sends her off course. She crashes onto a violent dwarf planet with a molten core that is slowly devouring its surface. And that might be the least...
Author
Series
Our universe volume 7
Publisher
Playaway Products, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Hot diggity dog! Meet Pluto! The runt of a litter of eight planets. Pluto may not be the biggest or fastest planet to revolve around the Sun, but it has a unique story to tell. From the tale of how it was found by humans to its naming as a dwarf planet, it's Pluto's turn to take the spotlight and properly re-introduce itself. With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Pluto in this next celestial "autobiography" in the...