Closeups of a planet

Many elementary classes have to study the solar system. How do you get across to them that compared to what we’re used to, much of the solar system is a truly weird and awesome place? Well, these old Soviet era photos of Venus ought to help a bit. The site gives background on the space probes that went to Venus and some really cool shots of the planet itself. There’s all sorts of possibilities for discussions, and research projects based around these photos.