Our Moon: New Discoveries about Earth's Closest Companion

Since the dawn of human existence, people have gazed up at the night sky and wondered about the moon. Here the veteran nonfiction author Elaine Scott skillfully presents a wealth of captivating, kid-friendly information, covering everything from the newest theories on how the moon formed, to the recent, startling discovery of water on its surface and the very real possibility of future moon colonies. Illustrated with stunning, full-color photographs and packed with fun facts, this is the most complete and up-to-date book available on the moon and should find a home on every curious child's bookshelf. Includes glossary, bibliography, and index.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Clarion Books
Published: 02/16/2016
ISBN: 9780547483948
Pages: 72
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 10.10h x 10.20w x 0.70d

Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 12/01/2015
Publishers Weekly 11/23/2015
Booklist 12/15/2015 pg. 41
Horn Book Magazine 01/01/2016 pg. 116
School Library Journal 01/01/2016 pg. 126

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 180657 / Our Moon: New Discoveries about Earth's Closest Companion
Reading Level: 7.5 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 2