The unhappy inhabitants of planet Krikkit are sick of looking at the night sky above their heads–so they plan to destroy it. The universe, that is. Now only five individuals stand between the killer r
"HYSTERICAL!"--The Philadelphia InquirerThe unhappy inhabitants of planet Krikkit are sick of looking at the night sky above their heads--so they plan to destroy it. The universe, that is. Now only fi
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered "What is the universe?"In this lively and engaging collection of interviews, astronomer Stephan Martin talks with some of today's most innovative
Periwinkle Smith loves to look at the night sky. All the stars seem to gather in groups, but there's one that doesn't have any other star friends. Periwinkle is sure that she could be its friend - if
"When you look up at the night sky, do you ever wonder why some stars seem to move? These moving lights are not stars. They are artificial satellites, machines put into space to help us communicate or
From prehistoric times, mankind has looked up at the night sky, and puzzled at the changing positions of the stars. How far away they are is a question that has confounded scientists for centuries. Ov
At the end of the day, At the start of the night, When the earth is half dark, When the sky is half light, Who puts the animals to bed? A strong bedtime theme, a host of adorable animals and a fantast
At the end of the day, At the start of the night, When the earth is half dark, When the sky is half light, Who puts the animals to bed? A strong bedtime theme, a host of adorable animals and a fantast
For Alessandro Giullani, the young son of a prosperous Roman Lawyer, golden trees shimmer in the sun beneath a sky of perfect blue. At night the moon is amber and the city of Rome seethes with light.
An immense canyon, the world's highest peak, and colorful lights that fill the night sky! Travel around the world with these multilayered 3-D scenes that leap off the eye-opening pages of this Pop-Up Guide™. Children can find out more about them and other marvels in this unique look at the world's natural wonders!• 10 big multilayered pop-ups!• Descriptive text and labeled illustrations for quick and easy learning• Built-in elastic bands that allow readers to prop open and display their favorite scene• Sturdy construction that's perfect for at-home or on-the-goFans of the Pop-Up Guide™: Natural Wonders will also enjoy the others book in the series, Space and Vehicles.• Pop-up books for kids• Educational books for children aged 3 to 5• Books for preschool and kindergarten children
David Levy's entertaining, well-researched book is aimed at the amateur enthusiast who likes to learn enjoyably. Beginning with advice on binoculars and telescopes, and how to observe the night sky effectively, the author goes on to describe thoroughly the field of variable star observation, a field in which amateurs have made important contributions. He shows how to interpret variations in light output in terms of the life of a star, from birth through to sometimes violent death. All of the major variable stars are described and classified, as well as other variable objects such as active galaxies, asteroids, comets and the sun. The book also contains a guide to the seasonal night sky. Throughout, practical observations serve to complement the text, producing an exciting, very readable introduction to this fascinating subject.
What exactly is the solar system? We've all learned the basics at school but do we really understand what we are seeing in the night sky? Expert astronomers Chris North and Paul Abel provide a fascina
A look up at the night sky reveals a treasury of wonders. Even to the naked eye, the Moon, stars, planets, the Milky Way and even a few star clusters and nebulae illuminate the heavens. For millennia,
A look up at the night sky reveals a treasury of wonders. Even to the naked eye, the Moon, stars, planets, the Milky Way and even a few star clusters and nebulae illuminate the heavens. For millennia,
The moonlight sliced into the alleyway as twenty-one-year-old Kirk Miller opened his eyes and stared at the night sky. His head throbbed as the world spun gently. The cold, hard cement felt oddly soot
Welcome to Winnie's wonderful world! Step into twelve spectacular scenes with Winnie and Wilbur. Dive under the sea, gaze into the night sky, queue at the museum, and much more. In this search-and-fin
Praise for the previous edition'A relaxed, well-written and information-packed expedition discovering the history of eclipses' - The Sky at Night A complete guide to the most stunning of celestial sights, a total eclipse of the Sun Totality: The Great North American Eclipse of 2024 is the most comprehensive source of information, photographs, and illustrations to help readers understand and safely enjoy all aspects of solar eclipses. It includes information on how best to photograph and video record an eclipse, as well as abundant maps, diagrams, and charts, as well as covering the science, history, mythology, and folklore of eclipses. This new edition focuses especially on the eclipse of April 8, 2024 that passes across Mexico, the United States, and Canada, including detailed maps, precise locations, and weather prospects.
Launch into a truly out-of-this-world examination of the past, present, and future of humans in space.For centuries, humans have looked up at the night sky and wondered what it’s like deep in space, f
At the end of 1618, a blazing green star soared across the night sky over the northern hemisphere. From the Philippines to the Arctic, the comet became a sensation and a symbol, a warning of doom or a
