Dwarf Planets

pluto

16 Great Pluto Facts for Kids

When it comes to our solar system, not object is more misunderstood than Pluto. The demoted former 9th planet has been debated within astronomy circles for many years, but thanks to more advanced technology like the Hubble Space telescope, its since been reclassified as a dwarf planet. If you’re wondering how big Pluto is and … Read more

makemake

15 Awesome Makemake Facts for Kids

If you’re trying to find out a bit more about Makemake, then you’re definitely in the right place! Makemake is one of the most interesting dwarf planets to learn about, as it’s the newest one to be discovered. It’s one of five dwarf planets, four of which are located in the Kuiper belt. If you … Read more

eris

14 Fun Eris Facts for Kids

If you’re looking for facts about the planet Eris, then you’re in luck! Eris is one of the dwarf planets that exist beyond Neptune. As it’s the biggest if the dwarf planets, it’s often thought of as smaller than Pluto. But the truth is that it’s larger than Pluto (not by much) and all of … Read more

ceres

15 Cool Ceres Facts for Kids

If you’re looking for some cool facts about Ceres, then we’re going to give you some awesome facts which hopefully let you get to know Ceres a little better. Ceres is one of the five dwarf planets, along with others like bright Pluto, newly discovered Makemake, egg-shaped Haumea and massive Eris. Although many people haven’t … Read more

huamea

13 Coolest Haumea Facts for Kids

For those looking for to learn about Haumea, you’ve come to the perfect place! Haumea is one of the most interesting of the five different dwarf planets, and there’s a lot to learn about it. It’s a one off in comparison to the other planets due to its weird egg shaped – but we’ll get … Read more