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Written by Ann O. Squire

ISBN: 978-0-531-21152-6

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As one of our closest neighbors in the solar system, Mars has long fascinated people who are interested in space exploration. Readers will find out how we have used advanced technology to explore the surface of Mars and why some scientists think they might one day discover life on the fourth planet from the sun. They will also learn what it is like on Mars’ surface and why scientists are paying such close attention to the planet’s moons.
Item #: 625606
Imprint: Children's Press
Copyright: 2014
Pages: 48
Grades: 3 - 5
Ages: 8 - 10
Dewey #: 523.43
Guided Reading Level: T
Lexile Level: 890L
AR Quiz #: 164696
AR Points: 0.5
ATOS Level: 5.5
  • Engaging sidebars highlight important space discoveries; Timelines illustrate the ways our knowledge of space has changed over time
  • Glossaries explain difficult scientific terms in a way that makes them easy to understand
  • Eye-catching images give readers an up-close look at the far reaches of space
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