Atlas of the Solar System
Publisher: DK Interactive Learning
Definitive, comprehensive guide to the planets and moons. Based on data and images collected by unmanned space missions into space, provides realistic 3D surface maps of 9 planets, 31 major moons. Delivers visualisations of each planet, zoom facility to view planet surfaces. 3D maps are supported by explanatory text, images, links to map locations. Interactive Whiteboard compatible.
Format: Windows CD-ROM
Key stage: 3, 4
Age range: 11-16+
ISBN: 075132745X
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Encyclopedia of Space and the Universe
Publisher: DK Interactive Learning
Feature rich interactive space encyclopaedia with wealth of information on planets, stars, galaxies. Stimulating visual interface encourages children to explore subjects alone. Investigate Star Dome, fascinating virtual observatory, or test your skill and knowledge with Quizmaster and 2 challenging games. Interactive Whiteboard compatible.
Format: Windows CD-ROM
Key stage: 2, 3
Age range: 10+
ISBN: 07513 15370
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Exploring our Solar System
Publisher: Viewtech Film and Video
Combines live action photography, breathtaking footage from space, artwork, 3 dimensional models to present exciting introduction to the solar system. Covers all the planets and their moons in detail, describes composition and movements of asteroids, comets, meteors. Presents theories on the origin of the solar system, life on other planets, and existence of other solar systems in the universe. Interactive Whiteboard compatible.
Format: Windows / Mac CD-ROM
Key stage: 2, 3
Age range: 9-13
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New Views of the Solar System
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica UK Ltd
The "New Views of the Solar System" published by Compton’s by Britannica, provides an up to date look at the Solar System. When the International Astronomical Union recently redefined the term 'planet', Pluto was stripped of its designation as the solar system’s ninth planet. New Views of the Solar System looks at scientists’ changing perspectives on the solar system, with articles on Pluto, the eight chief planets, and dwarf planets. Brilliant photos and drawings showcase the planets, asteroids, comets, and more, providing a stunning collection of vivid and detailed images of the solar system. Single Hardback Volume, 112 pages, published 2007.
Format: Print
Key stage: 3, 4
Age range: 11-16+
ISBN: 9781593393403
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