astronomy

An overview of the universe that covers the planets of our solar system, Earth's moon, asteroids, meteors, the Milky Way, star birth and death, and other topics and includes colorful illustrations, diagrams, and satellite images.

Discusses astronomy, including moon shadows, star charts, and shooting stars, and provides learning activities.

"National Air and Space Museum Curator Matthew Shindell captures the majesty of the red planet [Mars] and the work done by people on Earth to explore it. He connects our current period of human exploration of Mars to the work done through the centuries and across cultures by asking how the quest to understand Mars has shaped our knowledge of ourselves, our own planet, our solar system, and beyond"--Provided by publisher.

"This book will show young astronomers how to read the night sky as they discover more than [twenty] unique constellations. From Canis Major to Cassiopeia, each constellation includes easy-to-check sky maps with bright illustrations and guidance on the direction and how high from the horizon you'll need to look. You'll also find step-by-steps on how to use other stars to guide the way, plus a look at the mythology behind each constellation"--Provided by publisher.

"With . . . photos of outer space and easy at-home experiments, this is the only guide kids need on their journey of learning about all things astronomy: the stars, the planets, the moon, and so much more"--Publisher.

"Young readers can journey through the far-reaches of space with this . . . hardback encyclopedia, richly illustrated with . . . full-color space photography. From asteroids to auroras and moons to the Milky Way, this fact-packed encyclopedia contains everything you need to know about space! Readers can learn about the moons of Jupiter, the search for extra-terrestrial life, super massive black holes, and everything in between"--Provided by publisher.

Jordan Edelman, determined to avoid dating during her summer trip to Nantucket, finds herself entangled with her father's research assistant, whom she has disliked for years, but as she delves into a centuries-old mystery with a local astronomer, her growing relationship becomes increasingly complicated.

This illustrated introduction to the wonders of the night sky invites young readers to explore stars, planets, and other celestial bodies and learn how to spot them.

"This title introduces readers to the paths a career in STEM has to offer where the sky is their office! The careers of meteorologist, astronomer, aerospace engineer, pilot, and astronaut are examined, as are the STEM techniques and technologies that are used in them"--Provided by publisher.

"Wherever you are in this world, in the Northern or Southern hemisphere, in the city or a remote region, [this book] takes you through the remarkable features of planet Earth's starry sky. Receive a personal tour through the wonders of the universe from astrophysicist Lisa Harvey-Smith. Explore comets and meteors, stars, planets, and moons. Find galaxies and glowing gas clouds. Spot supernovae and enjoy eclipses. Learn everything you need to know about binoculars, telescopes, and photographing the stars. You will never look up at the night sky in the same way again."--Amazon website.