Do Other Earths Exist?

This book is all about exoplanets (planets found around stars other than the sun). It’s all about what they are, how to find them, what they may be like, and if life may be found there (and what signs there might be to pick up if there is).

This is a surprisingly informative little book. It gives a lot of information but manages to make it understandable for the younger reader that is just starting to be interested in the topics being talked about. The illustrations and graphics are a great addition. They add a lot more information to the narrative. I like that there is a glossary in the back for more unknown and technical terms. I also love that there is a section for more books about the topic for people wanting to read further. Overall I highly recommend this for all younger readers looking to learn more about astronomy in general and this subject in particular. It’s a very smart read in such a short book and a lot can be gained from it in my opinion.

For kids who love space 🌌
Do other Earths exist? The answer is that we don't know...yet. This short book teaches young minds what it is we're looking for, what makes up Earth, and what this other Earth would need to be habitable, and just where we might find it 🌎

Do Other Earths Exist?: Mysteries of Space by Jennifer Lombardo is a children's non fiction book. Until 1990, no one could say for certain that planets existed beyond our solar system. Today, thanks to unprecedented advancements in technology, astronomers have found more than 5,000 of these exoplanets. Some are Earth-sized, some orbit a sun-like star, and some are rocky rather than gaseous. Could any of them hold life as we know it? Full-color photographs and engaging, age-appropriate text let students explore the exciting field of exoplanet study. A glossary of terms is provided to help expand readers’ scientific vocabulary.

Do Other Earths Exist? is a well written and designed introduction to the search for other inhabitable planets for young readers. I thought the information was well organized and accessible. While those that have been space obsessed for awhile ad have already done some reading, not everything here will be new information. However, since it is such a specific subject I think the angle and focus makes the read engaging and informational for young readers. I appreciated the glossary and information for further reading and exploration included in the endmatter a great deal.