Montessori education includes astronomy, referred to as "cosmic education," to inspire a sense of wonder and curiosity about the universe. This approach encourages children to understand their place in the cosmos and to develop scientific thinking skills. This Solar System Nomenclature Book illustrates and describes the solar system: Solar System, Jupiter, Mercury, Saturn, Venus, Earth, Neptune, Mars, Pluto (a dwarf planet), Uranus, Sun, Moon, Asteroid, and comet. Includes: book cover14 picture