The Horn Book Guide

SCIENCE

Kudlinski, Kathleen V.

Boy, Were We Wrong About the Solar System!

32 pp. | Dutton | November, 2008 | Trade ISBN 978-0-525-46979-7 $15.99

(3) K-3 Illustrated by John Rocco. This equally cheerful companion to Boy, Were We Wrong About Dinosaurs! describes the history of theories about the solar system. The text shows how discrepant evidence and better tools can be the impetus for shifts in scientific thinking--and that it's perfectly fine to change ideas if the evidence supports it. Humorous caricature illustrations show scientists and explorers hard at work. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford