Venus

Only the Earth's moon and Venus are brighter.

Venus is the second planet from the sun.

Astronomers have known Venus for thousands of years.

The ancient Romans named it after their goddess Venus.

Venus is the brightest object in the night sky except for the Moon.

Venus comes closer to the Earth than any other planet does.

Venus is the hottest planet, even though Mercury is closer to the Sun.

This is because Venus has thick clouds that trap heat.

Venus is the hottest planet, even hotter than Mercury!