"This level 2 reader discusses facts about the outer most planets in the solar system"

Describes the fourth largest known planet in the solar system, examining its size and composition, its surface features, its orbit, and efforts to learn more about this planet.

""Presents facts about the composition, atmosphere, and history of exploration of Uranus and Neptune and features large illustrations and photographs."--

"Simple text and a search-and-find feature reinforce new science vocabulary about Neptune's weather, moons, and thin rings for early readers"--

Describes the discovery and observation of the planet Neptune and what has been learned about it, particularly from the Voyager spacecraft mission.

¿Sabías que en Neptuno hay tormentas muy fuertes? El planeta tiene los vientos más rápidos del sistem solar. Descubre más cosas en Neptuno, uno de los libros Los planetas. Did you know that there are very strong storms on Neptune? The planet has the fastest winds in the solar system. Find out more in Neptune, a Planets book.

Presents information about the three outer planets of Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, including when and how they were discovered, what is currently known about them, and relevant spacecraft expeditions.

"The four planets farthest from the Sun are called the gas giants. Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune are different from the other planets in our solar system. They are not solid, but are made of liquids and clouds of gas with gravity pulling it all together into a planet shape. Learn facts about the climate, gases, size, and other quirky things each of these planets possess. This book isn't filled with hot air! Pull out your telescope and see if...