1 / 78 Little Planets: Illustrated Rhyming Board Book
Board: 8 Little Planets is a short illustrated children's book that introduces the solar system through playful verse and a story celebrating what makes each planet unique. Its 18-page format and suggested baby-to-3-year reading age make it suited to brief shared reading, while customer feedback is mixed on the rhyming.
At a glance
- Introduces the eight planets and calls attention to ways each is unique.
- Uses playful verse and illustrations, with a die-cut shape described in the listing.
- Neptune's long orbit and fast spin are among the ideas presented in the story.
Reference price: $16.50
Price checked: Nov 12, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A focused solar-system theme offers a simple starting point for talking about planets with young children.
- Customer feedback highlights appealing illustrations and educational content about planets and numbers.
Cons
- Opinions on the rhyming are mixed, so the verse may not suit every reader.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Sourcebooks |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Oct. 2 2018 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 18 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 149267124X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1492671244 |
| Suggested reading age | Customer suggested age: Baby - 3 years |
| Grade level | Preschool - Kindergarten |
| Weight listed | 290 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20.3 x 2.5 x 20.3 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Caregivers looking for a short planet-themed read-aloud for babies, toddlers or preschoolers.
- Families who want an illustrated introduction to the planets paired with playful verse.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a detailed astronomy reference or a longer book. The listed length is 18 pages.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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2% 2% - 1 star
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Customer feedback highlights appealing illustrations and educational content about planets and numbers, with some describing the book as cute. Opinions on the rhyming differ. That distinction may matter for buyers choosing it to read aloud, while the short 18-page length and planet theme fit brief introductions for young children. Aggregate ratings lean strongly positive, but they do not explain individual readers' reasons.
Positive themes
- Customers highlight the illustrations and educational content.
- Some customers describe the book as cute.
Mixed feedback
- Customer opinions about the rhyming vary.
Frequently asked questions
What is 8 Little Planets about?
It introduces the planets from Neptune to Mercury and celebrates what makes each one distinct, using playful verse.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 18 pages.
What age is it listed for?
The listing describes the customer-suggested age as Baby - 3 years and gives a grade level of Preschool - Kindergarten.
Do readers agree about the rhyming?
No. The supplied customer feedback reports both favourable and unfavourable opinions about the rhyming.
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