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When Is a Planet Not a Planet?: The Story of Pluto

by Elaine Scott

Space and planets are topics of endless fascination to kids and part of every grade-school curriculum. Yet because of the history-making reassignment of Pluto from "planet" to "dwarf planet" on August 24, 2006, all books on the solar system are now out of date.

Can You Hear a Shout in Space?: Questions and Answers About Space Exploration

by Gilda Berger , Melvin Berger Illustrated by Vincent Di Fate

Images and stories about space exploration surround kids, fueling their curiosity about what lies beyond Earth's atmosphere. In this easy-to-understand book, kids will learn how a rocket works, how a satellite stays in orbit, how a space station is built, what it's like to be an astronaut, and much, much more.

The Moon

Series: A True Book -- Space

by Elaine Landau

This book provides facts about the moon, discussing how far it is from Earth, explaining its phases, describing conditions on it, and reviewing the history of missions to the moon.

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Stanley in Space

Series: Flat Stanley, Book #5

by Jeff M. Brown Illustrated by Scott Nash

The President of the United States has chosen Stanley Lambchop and his family to become the first humans to fly in the "Star Scout," a new top-secret spaceship.

Stanley's most exciting adventure is about to begin.

Space Explorers

Series: Magic School Bus Science Chapter Books, Book #4

by Eva Moore Illustrated by Ted Enik

Ms. Frizzle takes her class on a wild trip through outer space, where the students learn all about the planets, moon, and sun.

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The Earth in Space

Series: Straightforward Science

by Peter D. Riley

A variety of information about the planets, the sun, the moon, and other objects in space is presented. Included are many color photographs and illustrations, along with several ideas for simple experiments.

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A Day in Space

by Suzanne Lord , Jolie Epstein

This book takes children aboard the space shuttle with full-color photographs, an interview with an astronaut, and lots of facts to fuel young readers' space travel fantasies.