The Sun

The Sun is part of an updated series that explores our solar system, covering each of the eight planets, the Sun, Moon, Stars and the dwarf planets.
Students will discover fascinating facts about the Sun and find answers to questions like:
How did the Sun form?
Why do the planets orbit the Sun?
How big is the Sun and how hot is it?
What does the Sun have to do with the seasons?
What happens in a solar eclipse?
How do people study the Sun?

It is part of a series making astronomy accessible to students. It contains up-to-date scientific information. captivating photographs and illustrations with easy-to-read text.

Contents:
The Sun
The Sun is a Star
On the Sun
Sun and Earth
Studying the Sun
Sun Fact Summary
Glossary
Index

Special features:

fact summaries
fun fact boxes interspersed throughout containing additional fascinating information
a listing of relevant websites