All of the planets in our solar system circle around one giant ball of gases: the sun. This simple yet fascinating text explains how the sun was formed and where its energy comes from. Readers also learn to identify the different parts of the sun. A hands-on activity investigates the sun's changing place in our sky, while full-color photos and fast facts enhance the text. Provided by publisher.

What is the sun? -- The sun's place in space -- Solar eclipse -- Spinning gases -- Energy for life -- The core -- The surface -- The corona -- Solar winds -- Activity : me and my shadow.