Planet Power! A Super-Fun Journey Through Space

This comprehensive non-fiction resource transforms complex astronomy into a thrilling, easy-to-digest documentary book, perfectly structured for classroom use and independent reading.
Key Learning Outcomes:
• Galaxies and Stars: Explains the Milky Way and the life cycles of stars (Nebula to Supernova).
• Planet Formation: Details the process of accretion and the role of the ‘frost line’ in forming rocky and gas giant planets.
• Solar System Tour: Provides detailed, engaging facts about all eight planets, highlighting unique features (e.g., Olympus Mons, Great Red Spot).
• Exoplanets: Introduces the concept of worlds beyond our Solar System and the search for “Goldilocks Planets.”
Features:
• Scientifically Accurate: Based on established NASA and ESA data.
• Visually Driven: Designed to be paired with stunning 3D realistic illustrations (prompts included in the document).
• Ideal for STEM: Excellent for science lessons, topic work, and promoting scientific curiosity.
• Hands-on Activities Included: A dedicated ‘Activity Zone’ chapter featuring 4 simple, practical, hands-on experiments (e.g., creating impact craters, understanding scale models) using household materials to reinforce core scientific concepts.