Venus is the second planet from the Sun, characterized by its thick, toxic atmosphere rich in carbon dioxide, extreme surface temperatures, and bright visibility from Earth as the "morning star" or "evening star." Articles are a unique way for readers to learn about the world around them. In addition to building reading comprehension skills and increasing vocabulary, articles can be used for writing and research. Each Planet is broken into 6 single-page sections: Introduction, What is it Made of?, By the Numbers, Neighbors, Amazing Facts, and Words to Know.