From the Moon to the furthest reaches of space, this extraordinary visual encyclopedia brings together cutting-edge knowledge and eye-opening photography to inspire and intrigue young children. Specially designed for the youngest of readers, this full-color hardback explains key concepts about our solar system, distant stars, and black holes. It features useful fact boxes to give key stats at a glance and extraordinary images of planets, galaxies, spacecraft, and astronauts. Sections include: • The Solar System • The Universe • Watching the Sky • Missions to Space. This comprehensive book is the perfect introduction to stars, planets, and astronauts for curious children aged 5+. ABOUT THE SERIES: First Encyclopedias covers a variety of scientific topics, combining spectacular images with easy-to-understand facts, made fascinating to the youngest of readers.