13 Planets: The Latest View of the Solar System by David Aguilar sparks curiosity and wonder about space. It introduces young readers to the updated solar system, encouraging them to learn about planets, dwarf planets, and beyond. The book promotes a love for science and discovery while showing how our understanding of the universe continues to grow. It inspires kids to think big and explore the mysteries of space.

We incorporate 13 Planets into our homeschool science curriculum to explore literature through interactive activities. Here are a few examples:

• Hands-on Scale Model: Students use the book's detailed descriptions of the planets to create scale models, strengthening their grasp of the relative sizes and distances in the solar system. 
• Creative Writing Assignments: After exploring the unique characteristics of each planet, students will write creative stories that imagine life on other planets. 
• Scientific Research Projects: Inspired by the book's latest findings, students select a planet or moon to research further. This deep dive includes presenting their findings to their homeschool group.
• Artistic Interpretation: Students draw or craft their interpretations of different celestial phenomena described in the book, such as the rings of Saturn or the surface of Mars.