by Jacqueline Mitton and Christina Balit
Distinguished astronomer and writer Dr Jacqueline Mitton takes us on a fascinating tour of worlds in our Solar System.
A lyrical, poetic text explores the features of the Sun and Moon, the eight major planets and three dwarf planets. Comparing them to the gods of old who are their namesakes, she skilfully blends myth and the latest science. With magical painting by Christina Balit, this is a book to enthral children of all ages.
Revised and updated from Kingdom of the Sun, Winner of the English Associations 4-11 Award for the Best Children’s Illustrated Book of 2001.
Suitable for Key Stage 2 Non Fiction reading
- Paperback
- 32 pages
- ISBN: 9781845079239