Contents

Contents : origins of the solar system (the milky way) -- what is the solar system (make a planet mobile) -- the sun (a sundial) -- the inner planets (aliens) -- the giant planets (planet names) -- the outer planets (famous astronomers) -- moons (the man in the moon) -- shooting stars (looking at telescopes) -- what are comets (the bayeux tapestry) -- exploring the solar system (make a balloon rocket) -- the night sky (star shapes) -- planet facts -- a solar system quiz -- more amazing facts -- glossary -- index.