What's So Special about Planet Earth? (Wells of Knowledge Science Series) - Hardcover

Wells, Robert E.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0807588156 ISBN 13: 9780807588154

Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company, 2009

Synopsis

Move to another planet? Sounds interesting! In our imaginary spaceship, let's check out the planets in our solar system. Mercury is closest, but it has no air, and it's either sizzling hot or bitterly cold. The atmosphere on Venus is poisonous; plus, human beings would cook there. Mars might work, but you'd always have to be in a protective shelter. And if you got to the outer planets, you couldn't even land as they are mostly made of gas! Our home planet is looking good. Why is Earth so comfortable for plants, animals, and people? As Robert E. Wells explains, it's because of our just-right position form the sun, marvelous atmosphere, and abundant water. Our planet is very special and perfect for us, and that's why we must do all we can to keep Earth healthy.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

Describes the planets in our solar system and compares them to Earth, the only planet where life can be supported. Discusses pollution, the greenhouse effect, and ways to protect Earth.

About the Author:

Robert E. Wells (Robert Ernest Wells) was born in Pasadena, CA in 1940. In the 90s, he began to put words and pictures into the form of children's books, and now in the new century he continues to do so. In 1993 he wrote and illustrated his first book, "Is a Blue Whale the Biggest Thing There is?". Other books include "What's Smaller Than a Pygmy Shrew?" (Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children, 1996), "What's Faster Than a Speeding Cheetah?", and his latest book, "Why Do Elephants Need the Sun?". Many of his books have been translated into various other languages.

About this edition

• Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0807588156
• ISBN 13: 9780807588154
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 32