About this book
Asteroids is an intermediate readers book for children ages 7 to 9. Learn all about asteroids, what they are, what they are made of, the asteroid belt, famous asteroids, asteroids in history and culture, and many interesting facts. A real human voice reads the story while the words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Edward Alan Kurtz |
| Ages | 7 to 9 years |
| Grade | Grade 2 |
| Reading level | Level 3, Intermediate Readers |
| Length | 13 pages, 1145 words, 11 minutes |
| Categories | Space and Astronomy, Science |
| Interactive features | Comprehension quiz, Fill in the Blanks activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Comprehension quiz, Fill in the Blanks activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Asteroids with your child
This book helps children learn about Space and Astronomy. The words and pictures work together to make the ideas clear. Read it with your child and talk about the new facts you find. Ask your child to explain what they learned in their own words. It is a simple way to build knowledge and curiosity, and to show that learning can be fun.
Talk about it together
- What would you ask the author about Asteroids?
- Can you retell this book in your own words?
- What was your favourite part of Asteroids?
Inside the book
In Asteroids, readers find Space and Astronomy. Learn all about asteroids, what they are, what they are made of, the asteroid belt, famous asteroids, asteroids in history and culture, and many interesting facts. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Space and Astronomy and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “How Was Our Solar System Formed?”
Words to learn in this book
- solar: Having to do with the Sun.
- Asteroids: A small celestial body made of rock that orbits the Sun.
- Comets: A celestial object made of dust and ice that looks like it has a tail when it passes near the Sun.
- meteor: An object from outer space that lights up when it enters Earth's atmosphere.
- core: The center part of the Earth and other planets.
- mantle: The middle area of the Earth or other planet between the central core and the outer crust.
- gravity: The force that attracts a body towards the center of the Earth, or another planet, or the Sun.
- orbit: The path of an object that circles a star or planet.
- atmosphere: The area of oxygen and other gases that surrounds the Earth or other planets.
- agriculture: Farming.
- telescope: An instrument used to look at objects far away.
- celestial: Having to do with things that are seen in the sky.
- planetoids: A minor planet or asteroid.
- lava: Magma after it comes out of a volcano.
- extinct: A plant or animal that has no more living members.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 7 to 9 years, at Grade 2 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Comprehension quiz, Fill in the Blanks activity are Reading and Math app features.
How long is the book?
13 pages, 1145 words, 11 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has a comprehension quiz and the Fill in the Blanks activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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