MAZZARELLA, Kerri . Jupiter . ISBN 9781638979739 . MAZZARELLA, Kerri . Mars . ISBN 9781638979746 . MAZZARELLA, Kerri . Mercury . ISBN 9781638979760 . MAZZARELLA, Kerri . Neptune . ISBN 9781638979753 . MAZZARELLA, Kerri . Pluto and the Dwarf Planets . ISBN 9781638979807 . MAZZARELLA, Kerri . Saturn . ISBN 9781638979777 . MAZZARELLA, Kerri . Uranus . ISBN 9781638979784 . MAZZARELLA, Kerri . Venus . ISBN 9781638979791 . ea vol: 24p. (Our Amazing Solar System). Seahorse / Stingray Hi/Lo . Jan. 2023. Tr. $25.85. Gr 3–6— Teacher tips for before, during, and after reading start off each book, along with tips for caregivers on helping students grow as readers. Descriptions include the planetary size, distance from the sun, and the presence of moons or rings. Readers will also learn about the rotation, orbit, and whether life could exist on each planet. Those interested in space exploration will enjoy details about which rovers or spacecraft have visited, or are scheduled to visit, each planet. Crisp images support the text, including a planetary lineup in every book. Diagrams compare the Grand Canyon to Valles Marineris or explore the layers of the planet's structure. Back matter includes a glossary and several "After Reading Questions" to encourage contemplation of the information. VERDICT A visually appealing series for intermediate readers that also works well as hi/lo text for upper grade students.