sun

An introduction to the sun, its features and movements, how we use its energy, and legends concerning it.

Examines the structure and characteristics of the sun and describes such solar phenomena as sun spots, solar winds, eclipses, and the sun's influence on Earth. Includes an activity on the colors of light.

Provides scientific information about the sun, discussing what the sun is made of, what the conditions are like near the sun, how it affects the Earth, and more.

An hour-by-hour description of the activities that take place as the sun rises, moves through the sky, and finally sets.

Presents a study of the sun and how it affects the world, the birth and history of the sun, how the sun controls the weather and seasons, how humans use energy from the sun, and the sun in relation to the other planets in the solar system.

Discusses the formation, composition, and movement of the sun and explains the importance of this star to life on Earth.

As J?honaa'??, the sun, slowly rises, its gentle light and warmth wake the inhabitants of the desert, including a burrow of rabbits, a sleepy coyote, and, perhaps, a family living in a hogan. Presented in Navajo and English.

Suggests simple activities and observations which demonstrate the characteristics of sunlight and its effect on plants, animals, and human beings.

Explains what the sun is and how it produces such enormous amounts of energy.

Dicusses "our local star, " its characteristics, activities, origins, and some of its mysteries.