ABOUT THE BOOK

What makes Earth different from the other planets? Where does our world sit in the Solar System? And what makes our remarkable blue-and-green planet the place we call home?

Earth introduces young children to our planet as part of The Young Readers: Our Solar System collection. Designed as an early introduction to astronomy, the book helps children explore Earth in the wider context of space — alongside the Sun, Moon and neighbouring planets.

The series includes individual books on Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and the Solar System, giving children the opportunity to build their knowledge one celestial body at a time.

For young readers, this is a simple starting point for understanding that Earth is one member of an enormous planetary system.

WHO IS IT FOR?

Age: 4+ years

Best for:

• Children curious about planet Earth
• Young space enthusiasts
• Children beginning to learn about the Solar System
• Future astronauts and space explorers
• Early science learners
• Children beginning to explore nonfiction independently

It is particularly useful for younger children who are ready to understand how Earth fits into the Solar System.

WHY WE LOVE IT

There is something special about teaching a child about space by beginning with the planet beneath their own feet.

Earth provides a natural bridge between the familiar and the extraordinary. Children already know their world — its land, water and sky — but learning that Earth is a planet travelling through space can completely change the way they think about it.

We also like the collection format. Children can explore Earth and then move through the other planets in the series, encouraging:

• Scientific curiosity
• General knowledge
• Awareness of our planet
• Interest in astronomy
• The habit of asking bigger questions about the world

For Bookland, this accessible introduction to Earth and space can be a wonderful first step toward a lifelong interest in science.

BOOK DETAILS

Title: Earth
Author: Shereen Khan
Series: The Young Readers
Collection: Our Solar System
Subject: Earth / Space / Astronomy / Solar System / Children’s Science
Age: 4+ years
Reading Level: B — as printed on the cover
Language: English
Format: Children’s illustrated nonfiction book
Series Includes: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Our Solar System