The word “planet” came from the ancient Greek words that mean “wandering star.” That makes sense, because for thousands of years, people have watched planets change position in the night ...

Back to Article List Astro for Kids: Why are planets round? Gravity, mass and centrifugal force all contribute to the final shape of a planet.

Curious Kids is a series for children in which we ask experts to answer questions from kids. Why do Uranus and other planets have rings around them? (Lesedi, 6, Soweto, South Africa) ...

Playing solo or in groups, learners can explore scenarios set in realistic environments around the globe on Roblox ...

Published: June 5, 2022 8:22am EDT Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. Have a question you’d like an expert to answer? Send it to .

“Lonely Planet has always stood for curiosity about the world, empowerment, exploration, and open-mindedness, and these values are as relevant to children as they are to adults,” he says.