Solve It! Math in Space

The sun's importance to Earth and the solar system can't be exaggerated; it's the linchpin for life itself. The sun's structure, atmosphere, and other features are introduced in collaboration with related mathematical problems in this noteworthy companion to the elementary science and math curricula. Readers discover fascinating facts about the sun such as its age-it's 4.6 billion years old!-through bright text and motivating math problems. Amazing photographs and illustrations highlight the awesome power of the sun and add to the volume's appeal.

The moon is the only celestial body that humans have set foot on. Some of the knowledge we have of the moon involves numbers, including measurements such as diameter and area. Science and math are complementary foci in this engaging volume, full of beautiful photographs, interesting information, and corresponding math problems. Readers will enjoy feeling like astrophysicists as they complete the lunar math missions in this unique volume.

The asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter is an intriguing area of our solar system. Scientists have counted over 670,000 known asteroids there, but there could be millions more not yet found. Readers will discover much more about the asteroid belt in this high-interest book, which blends science and math. They'll read about several topics, such as space missions to the asteroid belt and the difference between an asteroid and a planet, and solve associated math problems-just like actual space scientists do!

The planet Saturn, with its magnificent rings, is one of the most jaw-dropping sights in our solar system. The striking photographs in this attractive volume invite readers to dive into the essential facts and science vocabulary in the text. They'll also be invited to solve math problems involving Saturn in which they'll learn more data such as about Saturn's 29½-year trip around the sun. Saturn's rings, moons, and atmosphere are some of the topics that future astronomers will be introduced to in this valuable volume about the sixth planet from the sun.

Jupiter, named for the mythological king of the gods, demands a lot of respect in the night sky. Young scientists are invited to travel to this gas giant while taking part in "math missions" along their journey. By completing each mission using familiar math operations, they'll discover fascinating facts about Jupiter, its rings, and its moons. They'll learn about the storm called the Great Red Spot and the Juno spacecraft's mission to Jupiter. Science and math are the perfect companions in this exciting volume about the largest planet in the solar system.

Mars is perhaps the most thrilling planet these days. With rovers exploring its surface and manned missions in the works, people are wondering if Mars is our next home! In this high-interest book, readers will learn more about Earth's neighbor, including what its climate and surface are like, why it's called the Red Planet, and about the recent discovery of water on its surface. They'll learn all this while solving "Your Mission" math problems that complement and support the text. This motivating volume is an engaging way to explore key aspects of science and math curricula.