On a lark to the planets / A sequel to "The wonderful electric elephant"

A group of children and their mechanical flying elephant ascend beyond Earth and voyage through a vividly imagined solar system, visiting moonlike islands that orbit the planets, observing colored planetary glows, and meeting inhabitants on satellite isles. The narrative alternates adventurous landings and encounters with clear, accessible astronomical explanations about orbits, planetary sizes, and differing year lengths. Playful descriptive passages and illustrations emphasize wonder and curiosity while blending imaginative landscapes and curious beings with instructive scientific details, as the travelers explore unfamiliar realms and learn about the structure and variety of the planets.