Text, photographs, and illustrations provide an introduction to black holes, covering what they are, how they form, how scientists study them, and other related topics.

How long does it take to get into outer space? About nine minutes! Powerful vehicles carry people beyond Earth's atmosphere in a short time. But astronauts train for years before they go on missions. In this book, you'll learn about what it's like to be an astronaut in space! As part of the Searchlight Books collection, this series explores outer space and sheds light on the question What's Amazing about Space? Fantastic photos, kid-friendly explanations...

See what a California condor has in common with a turkey vulture. Learn what sets them apart from a brown-headed cowbird. Readers will compare key traits of California condors-their appearance, behavior, habitat, and life cycle-to traits of other birds. Charts and sidebars support key ideas and provide details. Through gathering information about similarities and differences, readers will make connections and draw conclusions about what makes this...

Presents an introduction to the Moon, describing its composition, phases, rotation around the Earth, the effect of its gravity on Earth's waters, and the history of space flights to its surface.

"Emerging readers learn about the qualities of and vocabulary associated with the four seasons"--Provided by publisher.

This lively and informative book introduces beginning readers to the Sun, which is the center of our solar system and the system's largest object. As a star, it has tremendous energy, which draws the planets into regular orbits, influences their weather systems, and provides the conditions for life on Earth.

"From red planets to blue stars, space is full of color! Introduce young readers to the sun, moon, stars and more in this vibrant Crayola title."--

Learn basic facts about the planet Saturn and its place in the solar system.

"This book covers information (life cycle, appearance, habitat) about the bald eagle. Each chapter discusses an aspect of the eagle's life, comparing the bird to a similar bird and to a very different bird."--

"This book covers information (life cycle, appearance, habitat) about the ostrich. Each chapter discusses an aspect of the ostrich's life, comparing the bird to a similar bird and to a very different bird."--