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Gr 5–8—Forbes has penned a personalized and simplified process of creating the Earth in 10 steps, advising readers who wish to create a planet to "Begin with a Bang!" (which details the big bang theory), "Add a Little Atmosphere" (a look at gases, rain, and meteorites), and "Shift and Shape" (a discussion of the Earth's crust), ending with tips on how each of us can protect our planet. A page of "Ama...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

In this survey of planetary science, Forbes starts with the origins of the universe and basic matter, then moves on to the format...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

An inviting resource for children who already have a passing familiarity with topics such as galaxies, black holes, and nebulas, and are interested in learning more in-depth information. Cleverly constructed to mimic a recipe. A large, complex concept—the birth of a planet—is less daunting when shown as the sum of many smaller “ingredients” or parts. The lively, conversational text introduces ideas with both excitement and lucidi...Log In or Sign Up to Read More