Describes the topography and motions of the planet Venus, explains theories about its origin and evolution, and presents recent discoveries made by the Magellan spacecraft

Venus: Magellan Explores Our Twin Planet (A Voyage into Space Book)

Children's Books

Branley, Dr. Franklyn M.

Science, Nature & How It Works

Collins

Did you know that rain is recycled?
After rain comes down, the sun comes out and dries the puddles. But the water isn't gone. The heat from the sun has turned it into water vapor -- it has evaporated. Eventually, this moisture in the air condenses to form new clouds. Soon the rain will fall again. Read on to find out all the ups and downpours of the water cycle!

Down Comes the Rain (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science, Stage 2)

Harpercollins

Did you know that lightning bolts can be over a mile long? Or that they may come from clouds that are ten miles high? Storms can be scary, but not if you know what causes them. Before the next thunderstorm, grab this book by veteran science team Franklyn Branley and True Kelley and learn what causes the flash, crash, rumble, and roll of thunderstorms!

Flash, Crash, Rumble, and Roll (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Literature & Fiction

Snow Is Falling (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science, Stage 1)

Snow is falling. Snow is wonderful - for sledding, for skiing, and for building snowmen. But did you know that snow can actually keep things warm? Find out how snow helpf plants, animals, and people to survive. But when a blizzard blows, watch out! The snow that is so useful can be dangerous too.Franklyn M. Branley and Holly Keller team up for a fun and colorful exploration of the world of snow, including experiments and activities for cold winter days. A Let's Read and Find Out Science book, for Stage 1.

Snow is Falling (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science, Stage 1)

Imagine that you're walking on the moon. 
 What is it like? For thousands of years people looked up at the moon and wondered about it. Now we know what the moon is like. There is no air on the moon and nothing grows, but there are towering mountains and deep craters--and much more! 
 Colder than the desert, the hotter than the desert, the moon is an amazing place to explore.

What the Moon Is Like (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Volcanoes are one of nature's great wonders. For years, they can stand dormant, but once active, they can erupt in tremendous explosions of power. Marc Simont's fascinating illustrations and colorful maps denoting volcano locations around the world are beautifully paired with Franklyn Branley's clear, simple text. 
This is a Stage 1 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explains simple science concepts for preschoolers and kindergarteners. Let's-Read-And-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books &amp; Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series. 
Supports the Common Core Learning Standards and Next Generation Science Standards

Volcanoes (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Are there furry creatures on the moon? Or Martians who ride spaceships to Earth? Today we know Martians don't exist, but we also know that plants and animals may live far beyond our solar system. Franklyn M. Branley's fascinating text and Edward Miller's zany illustrations tap into kids' curiosity to give a dazzling tour of life out among the stars. Updated with new photos of Mars and a "Find Out More" page full of hands-on activities.

Is There Life in Outer Space? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1)

The Sun: Our Nearest Star (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science)

The sun is a star, like billions of others. But it is the star that is closest to us. It keeps us warm and gives us light and energy. Without the sun, there would be no life on Earth.Read and find out what the sun is made of. Find out how hot it is, how far away it is, and how long it takes for its light to reach Earth. And try an experiment that will show you how sunlight helps plants grow.

The International Space Station (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

The International Space Station races through space at 17,500 miles per hour. How do people live there? What may they discover? Find out the story of the twenty-first century's great scientific adventure.
Outstanding Science Trade Books for Children 2001--selected by Natn'l Science Tchrs Assoc. &amp; Child. Bk Cncl. and Booklist "Top 10 Science Books for Children" 2000

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Venus: Magellan Explores Our Twin Planet (A Voyage into Space Book)

Down Comes the Rain (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science, Stage 2)

Flash, Crash, Rumble, and Roll (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Snow is Falling (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science, Stage 1)

What the Moon Is Like (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Volcanoes (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Is There Life in Outer Space? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1)

The Sun: Our Nearest Star (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science)

The Sun: Our Nearest Star (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science)

The International Space Station (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)