The fiery surface of our sun and the icy surface of dwarf planet Pluto are among the topics readers will discover through fascinating, accessible language. These two extremes, and every world in between, are visited; making a stop at each of the planets and many of the moons of our solar system, readers are sure to enjoy discovering which of the planets is the largest, which is the hottest, which moves the fastest, and more riveting, fun facts. Vivid photographs and diagrams will dazzle readers and guide them in understanding the informational, scientific text.