Sun Puzzles

The Sun powers life on Earth—but surprisingly, many of its behaviors remain puzzling.

In Sun Puzzles, science educator Ellen Johnston McHenry takes readers on a fascinating investigation into several strange characteristics of our star that don’t fit neatly into the standard explanations. If gravity and nuclear fusion alone run the Sun, why do we observe certain patterns and phenomena that seem to defy those expectations?

McHenry examines six intriguing solar mysteries and invites readers to think like scientists—looking carefully at the observations and asking whether the common explanations truly fit the evidence.

Along the way, she introduces ideas from plasma physics and electromagnetism that may offer simpler explanations for some of these solar enigmas.

Written in a clear and engaging style, Sun Puzzles is perfect for:

 🔬 Homeschool science students
 🔭 Curious readers interested in astronomy
 ⚡ Fans of plasma cosmology and electrical science
 🧠 Anyone who enjoys exploring scientific mysteries

Rather than presenting science as settled and unquestionable, this book encourages readers to follow the evidence and ask good questions—the very heart of real scientific discovery.

The book was inspired by the YouTube presentation “Sun Puzzles” by researcher Barry Setterfield, which examines many of these fascinating solar mysteries.

If you enjoy thinking through scientific puzzles and exploring new perspectives on how the universe works, this short but thought-provoking book will open your eyes to the fascinating mysteries of our nearest star.