Stars and the Solar System

Learn about our Sun, stars, constellations, and more with Smithsonian Kids Stars and the Solar System! After reading the fact-filled book, kids can use the included 30 glow in the dark stars to transform their rooms into starry skies!

Did you know that the Milky Way Galaxy contains 100 billion stars? Or that when you wish upon a star, you’re really wishing upon a meteor? Learn more fascinating facts like these in Smithsonian Kids: Stars and the Solar System. This book is packed with out of this world facts vetted by the experts at the Smithsonian, paired with high-interest photos. Kids will learn all about our Sun, types of stars, and famous constellations, and will even learn to recreate constellations on their bedroom walls using the included 30 glow-in-the-dark stars and foam stickers. The foam stickers can be adhered to the back of each star for easy application on walls and ceilings. From the North Star to the constellation Orion, this photo-filled book chock full of fascinating facts will inspire kids to stargaze from their own backyards!