Every page of these stimulating first fact books is crammed with fascinating facts that are vividly presented and accompanied by dozens of colorful illustrations. With additional fact lists and an index, children are sure to find these books both appealing and accessible.
Discusses the origins, development, and future of the universe, and traces ancient ideas on the subject, the "Big Bang" theory, the development of the four forces--gravity, the strong and weak nuclear forces, and electromagnetic radiation--galaxies, and other topics.
After the sun sets, on clear nights points of light begin to appear in the sky. But when we look up at the night sky, what are we seeing? Basic facts about the stars, as well as how we look at and learn about them, are introduced through simple text and bold illustrations. From ancient names for constellations to modern innovations in telescope technology, this book covers a broad range of…
As we delve into the magical realm that is our universe at night we discover what makes it so extraordinary...from moonbows to shooting stars and from the polar night to the northern lights. Experience how different habitats from the city to the ocean, come alive when the sun sets. Meet animals that make their own elaborate beds and others that sleep while swimming or flying. Explore the histor…
Children's questions and answers about sky (astronomy) and Earth.
This intriguing new series is packed with facts on favourite topics. Black Holes explore the fascinating realms of space; our neighbors in the solar system, phenomena such as comets and stars and the history of human exploration of the Universe.
In this book in the Family Fun series, boys and girls will discover all the secrets the night sky holds. They can play games like "Night Sky I Spy," keep an astronomer's log and read about night sky myths. Star maps are included for each season --- so kids will know what to look for, when and where. Then as the sun goes down and the sky goes dark, they'll be ready for the night sky's all-star s…