Jupiter

Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system—1,000 times the size of Earth! It’s mostly made up of swirling gases and liquids, and it has 95 moons. Cloud bands give Jupiter its distinctive striped and spotted appearance. With simple, straightforward language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring the fascinating planet of Jupiter.

Thomas K. Adamson has written dozens of nonfiction books for kids on sports, space, math, and more. He lives in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with his wife and two sons. He likes reading and playing ball with his boys. He also likes to check scores and stats on his phone.