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My First Book of Planets: All About the Solar System for Kids Paperback – June 16, 2020

by Dr. Bruce Betts (Author)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 15,716 ratings
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Blast off on an exploration of outer space with this colorful solar system book for kids 3-5

Get little astronomers excited about the cosmos—from the bright and burning sun, to our own blue Earth, stormy Neptune, and every planet in between. With this incredible exploration of planets for preschool and kindergarten kids, curious learners will discover the ultimate solar system book, featuring amazing pictures and fascinating facts about what makes each planet so special, including its size, distance from the sun, what the surface is like, how many moons it has, and more!

Go beyond other planet books for kids with:

BIG, BEAUTIFUL IMAGES: Vibrant photos and illustrations will take kids deep into space—no telescope required.

ASTRONOMY FOR KIDS: Learn all about the eight planets in our solar system, plus dwarf planets Ceres, Pluto, Eris, Haumea, and Makemake.

FUN SPACE FACTS: Did you know the bubbles in soda are the same gas that's on Venus? Out of this world facts will make this toddler space book a hit!

Show kids the amazing universe that surrounds them with My First Book of Planets.
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“A delightful book, beautifully illustrated, that explains our solar system to kids in words they can understand. It offers some great analogies—for example, comparing the size of the Moon to that of a tennis ball to the size of the Earth as a little bigger than a basketball. The author has a Ph.D. in planetary science but can write at a level that is very accessible to kids.” —Dr Rosaly M.C. Lopes, Senior Research Scientist at JPL and author of several books on volcanoes and planetary science

“Great exploration of the solar system! The vocabulary is defined clearly to make comprehension a breeze. Bright, colorful pictures engage the reader. Relatable comparisons help to make the content understandable. This is the 4th book I have read by this author, and I am always impressed at how well he speaks to kids without speaking down to them. I wish I’d had this book when my kids were writing their solar system reports when they were in the 3rd grade. I can’t wait for my students to get their hands on this!” —Kathy Proctor, 2nd grade teacher

“Here’s the perfect book for introducing preschoolers and slightly older kids to the wonders of our solar system. The language is perfect for curious young scientists like my four-year-old grandson. The text is seasoned with many of the author’s trademark Random Space Facts, while the mix of beautiful astrophotography and artists’ drawings make My First Book of Planets a visual delight.” —Mat Kaplan, Host and Producer of Planetary Radio

About the Author

DR. BRUCE BETTS is a planetary scientist who loves teaching people about planets, space, and the night sky in fun and entertaining ways. He is the chief scientist for the world’s largest space interest group, The Planetary Society, where he heads both the Science and Technology and the Education and Outreach programs. He regularly writes for a variety of online and print publications, including The Planetary Report and his blog, planetary.org. Learn more at RandomSpaceFact.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Rockridge Press (June 16, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 68 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1646118367
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1646118366
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 570L
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.4 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 15,716 ratings

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Dr. Bruce Betts is a planetary scientist who loves teaching people about planets, space, and the night sky in fun and entertaining ways. He has lots of college degrees, lots of big dogs, and two sons. Read on to learn more about his background and where to find him on social media and the Internet.

Bruce Betts is a planetary scientist, science communicator and educator, and manager. He is the Chief Scientist and LightSail Program Manager for the world’s largest space interest group, The Planetary Society. He has a B.S. (Physics and Math) and an M.S. (Applied Physics, emphasis Astronomy) from Stanford and a Ph.D. (Planetary Science, minor in Geology) from Caltech. His research there and at the Planetary Science Institute focused on infrared studies of planetary surfaces. He managed planetary instrument development programs at NASA Headquarters.

At The Planetary Society, he heads the Science and Technology and the Education and Outreach programs. He has managed several flight hardware projects, and led additional science and outreach projects. He is the Program Manager for the Society’s largest project: the LightSail solar sail spacecraft. He regularly writes for the member magazine The Planetary Report and his blog on planetary.org. His popular twitter feed @RandomSpaceFact and Facebook page (Dr. Bruce Betts) provides easy night sky astronomy and random space facts. His Random Space Fact video series (planetary.org/rsf) provides space facts mixed with humor and graphics. He also hosts the "What's Up?" feature on the weekly Planetary Radio (planetary.org/radio) show (100+ stations, XM/Sirius, podcast). He has been a guest expert on History Channel’s The Universe, is a frequent contributor to Professional Pilot magazine, and has appeared frequently in TV, print, web media, and public lectures. Dr. Betts is an Adjunct Professor with California State University Dominguez Hills and his Introduction to Astronomy and Planetary Science class, featuring lots of pretty space pictures, is available free online (planetary.org/bettsclass). He is an Alumnus Senior Scientist with Planetary Science Institute. His website is randomspacefact.com

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Adam T.
5.0 out of 5 stars Educational & Fun!
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2024
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This has been my son’s favorite book since he was 2! he can recite nearly all the facts in the book and is only just 5! He will tell you Venus is the hottest planet and why as well as his favorite planet and dwarf planets! I love this book and he does too! Well written, stunning images and great for all ages who want to begin to learn about the planets. We’ve bought 2 of these so far and donated 1 to his preschools library.
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💜💔💔💔Jan U💔💔💔💜
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2024
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This book is such a great learning tool. There are facts about each planet. Well written and the illustrations are fantastic.
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slbarney953
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for kids
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2024
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This is a great book for kids. It's easy to understand, has plenty of pictures and holds their attention.
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BM-P
5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful book by a knowledgeable author!
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2022
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This is a fabulous 68-page book for children 3-5 years old by Bruce Betts, Ph.D., a planetary scientist who is also a children's book author. Dr. Betts is the chief scientist and LightSoil program manager for The Planetary Society, a renown, international society for space-exploration enthusiasts. Having purchased and read this work, I will definitely look for other titles on the planetary sciences by Betts. Though intended for kids 3-5 years old, in my opinion this book would also be suitable for children up to 7 years old. The book is available in Kindle, hardcover ($11.66), paperback ($6.74), and spiral-bound ($9.48) editions, but I strongly recommend purchasing the hardbound book which is the most durable for repeated readings, and this is a book that is bound to be read again and again. The book presents basic planetary concepts with simple explanations in age-appropriate text accompanied by black-and-white and color images. I concur with other reviewers who mentioned that the quality of the images is somewhat wanting, but I do not feel this shortcoming is serious enough to deter purchases. Betts has sections on the terrestrial or "rocky" planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars), the giant planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune), and the dwarf planets (Pluto [which was downgraded from a planet, as explained by Betts], Eris, Haumea, and Makemake). Each planet's text includes a sidebar that answers questions on the size of the planet, how far it is from the sun, and how many moons it has. In addition, terminology such as spacecraft, the atmosphere, the sun, the solar system, the term "orbit," and asteroids and the asteroid belt are addressed. Fun facts that will delight children and hold their attention include 1) the rocky planets are closest to the sun, 2) Jupiter has at least 79 moons, 3) "If you think of the Moon as a tennis ball, then the Earth would be a little bigger than a basketball," and 4) Saturn's rings are made of dirty snowballs, some of which are as small as a snowflake and some bigger than a school bus. Betts thorough text is more than worth the price of the book, but he also includes a glossary for quick references. At the end of the book are 5 pages where children are encouraged to draw a planet. This outstanding primer both educates children and prompts their imaginations. Very highly recommended!
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stacy campos
5.0 out of 5 stars Very educational and engaging!
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2024
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My little boy loves this book. Clear pictures with great explanations.
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LiveWithTech
4.0 out of 5 stars Very good build quality book for kids!
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2023
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This is a great quality book for kids. Looks adorable as well. Highly recommended to any parents for a better baby/kids learning experience and education.

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- Very attractive that will keep the kids engaged
- Colorful and well-designed pages
- Great quality and gives a sense of durability
- Easy to handle as these are very light
- Reasonably priced

Cons:
- None that I see for this price and quality but I wish it had more pages
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5.0 out of 5 stars Really informative and well written
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2024
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Written for a kids audience but full of interesting information and not “dumbed down” for kids which I like.
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Dev Sarkar
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging Introduction to the Solar System: "My First Book of Planets"
Reviewed in Canada on February 17, 2024
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"My First Book of Planets" is a fantastic educational resource for young explorers eager to learn about the solar system. With its colorful illustrations and simple yet informative text, it captivates young readers' imaginations and instills a love for space exploration. Whether reading independently or with a parent, this book is sure to spark curiosity and inspire a lifelong fascination with the wonders of the universe. Highly recommended for budding astronomers!
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juancarlosrodriguez1
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente compra
Reviewed in Mexico on October 20, 2023
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SI sus hijos son amantes de la información del sistema solar, lo recomiendo ampliamente, ya que debe manera muy simple brinda información importante y comprensible para los niños.
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FELIX SILVACOSTA
5.0 out of 5 stars Bom
Reviewed in Brazil on July 8, 2022
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Eu gostei porque é de informações também por causa dos planetas também apareceram os planetas que eram do sistema solar
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donnasbookblog
5.0 out of 5 stars My First Book of Planets
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2023
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This is a really good book, packed with brilliant illustrations and fun facts
My daughter is space mad and this was a book that she loved
She would sit and look at the pictures and read the facts and that then moved to her reading the book herself and enjoying it that way. We tend to look at the stars and planets in the winter as the nights come in sooner so this was a great Christmas present for her.
It is 5 stars from me for this one – really good book and plenty of fun to read
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Eu
5.0 out of 5 stars Puntualidad
Reviewed in Spain on August 10, 2023
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Llegó con puntualidad y mi nieto quedó encantado
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