Asteroids

Discover the Rocky Remnants of the Solar System

What is that rocky object flying far beyond Earth’s atmosphere, past stars, moons, and planets? It’s a celestial body called an asteroid! Designed for grade 2 and up, this nonfiction astronomy title uses vibrant images and factual, elementary-level STEM text to examine these fascinating ancient space rocks.

Readers will learn about asteroid age, composition, formation, and where they are located in our solar system. The book also explores key historical discoveries, helping young scientists understand how we found these celestial bodies.

Key Features:

• Mission Spotlight: A special space science feature spotlights a NASA spacecraft’s visit to an asteroid to collect data.
• Educational Support: Includes captions, on-page definitions, and a glossary to support vocabulary development.
• Research Ready: Features an index and a list of additional resources for further learning.