Because Neptune is so distant, it has been hard to study. This book introduces readers to the mysterious planet farthest from our Sun. Its composition, features, and history, as well as its hostile environment, are explained. The many beautiful illustrations will draw in reluctant readers and budding astronomers alike.

Learn about the eighth planet from the sun with facts like what makes it so blue! Complete with striking images and diagrams to assist with visual learning, a table of contents, glossary, index, and More Facts section. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Give young readers an out-of-this-world introduction to the Planets in our solar...

"Did you know that Neptune is the windiest planet in the solar system? Discover more about Neptune in this exciting look at the farthest planet from the sun"--

This book describes Neptune, from the planet's facts on rotation and number of moons to the planet's close-up photographs by a space probe.

Presents general information about the planet Neptune, including its place in the solar system, what it is made of, and its moons.

"Introduction to Neptune and the distant dwarf planets, providing to primary and intermediate grade students information on their features and exploration. Includes fun facts, glossary, resource list and index"--Provided by publisher.

"Discusses the planet Neptune, including observations by ancient cultures, current knowledge of Neptune, and plans for future scientific research and space exploration"--

Describes the eighth planet from the sun, Neptune, and its orbit, rotation, gassy surface, rings, moons, and the visit by the Voyager 2 probe.