Deep Space Discovery: The Search for New Planets
From the Series Deep Space Discovery
It's time to go where no human and few robots have gone before. It's time for Deep Space Discovery. This series explores everything from the sun and other stars to the vast galaxies they make up. With uptodate content, infographics, and closely leveled text, this series will have reluctant readers reaching for more. Follow the search for new planets through engaging text, vibrant photography, and powerful infographics.
Interest Level | Grade 2 - Grade 4 |
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Reading Level | Grade 2 |
Copyright | 2020 |
BISACS | JNF051010, JNF051040 |
Genre | Nonfiction |
Publisher | Black Rabbit Books |
Imprint | Bolt! |
Series | Deep Space Discovery |
Language | English |
Number of Pages | 32 |
ISBN | 9781680724233, 9781680725391, 9781680724233B |
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Title Format | Reinforced book, multi-user ebook, Print + Ebook |
Release Date | 2020-08-01 |
Author | Gail Terp |
Dewey | 523.2/4 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs |
Dimensions | 6.5 x 9 |
ATOS Reading Level | 3.6 |
School Library Journal (Series Made Simple)
Series Review: ea vol: 32p. (Deep Space Discovery). chron. further reading. glossary. illus. index. photos. websites. Black Rabbit. Aug. 2018. lib. ed. $32.80.
Gr 3-5–A detailed look at the contents of our solar system and the different types of galaxies. The books include photos, artists’ concept illustrations, and infographics to support the narrative. Several of the titles include a time line showing the various missions that have collected information so far, and they all discuss future exploration plans. The text is informative and easy to understand, providing interesting facts about what makes life possible on Earth or about the probes and telescopes used to study other planets. Various graphs compare details like the temperatures on the planets or how many light-years across neighboring galaxies are. VERDICT These titles may duplicate current holdings, but the series covers current knowledge and efforts that are planned for the future. Libraries looking to update or add depth to their collections will want to consider.