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"item_description" : "Planets is an English nonfiction reader aimed at students in Grades 2-3. This informative book explores our solar system by introducing the eight planets and their unique characteristics, using clear, age-appropriate text paired with vivid illustrations and factual descriptions. Readers will compare similarities and differences among planets, understand their orbits, and gain a foundational grasp of planetary science. Teachers and parents can integrate it into astronomy units, guided reading groups, or use it as a springboard for planet research and model projects.Introduces each planet with descriptive facts and comparisonsHighlights the similarities and differences among planetsExplains orbital paths, planet distances, and relative sizeBuilds science vocabulary and supports comprehension with visualsUseful for guided reading, science projects, model creation, and class discussion",
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Overview
Planets is an English nonfiction reader aimed at students in Grades 2-3. This informative book explores our solar system by introducing the eight planets and their unique characteristics, using clear, age-appropriate text paired with vivid illustrations and factual descriptions. Readers will compare similarities and differences among planets, understand their orbits, and gain a foundational grasp of planetary science. Teachers and parents can integrate it into astronomy units, guided reading groups, or use it as a springboard for planet research and model projects.
- Introduces each planet with descriptive facts and comparisons
- Highlights the similarities and differences among planets
- Explains orbital paths, planet distances, and relative size
- Builds science vocabulary and supports comprehension with visuals
- Useful for guided reading, science projects, model creation, and class discussion
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781433314223
- ISBN-10: 1433314223
- Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
- Publish Date: August 2010
- Dimensions: 8.8 x 6.7 x 0.1 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.15 pounds
- Page Count: 32
- Reading Level: Ages 6-11
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