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Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
Solar and lunar eclipses have been a source of fascination since ancient times. Early cultures created myths to explain what was happening, ranging from animals eating the celestial bodies to the sun leaving the sky in anger. Today, thanks to advancements in science, we understand the principles behind these astronomical events. However, this understanding has not diminished our awe and fascination. Through engaging, age-appropriate text, augmented
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Publisher
Parkstone International
Pub. Date
2024
Language
Español
Description
Contemplar los cielos estrellados del verano invita a soñar despierto y a maravillarse, pero observarlos con precisión en todas las estaciones es una forma de tomar conciencia -en el verdadero sentido de la palabra- de los mundos que nos rodean: cúmulos estelares, nebulosas, galaxias, planetas... y de disfrutar del placer de descubrirlos y ponerles nombre. Observar el cielo es una actividad sencilla, basta con unos buenos prismáticos o un pequeño...
Author
Publisher
Losseni Diarrassouba
Pub. Date
2023
Language
Français
Description
Une épopée interstellaire captivante qui explore l'inconnu et les mystères de l'univers.
Dans un avenir proche, l'humanité fait face à un phénomène extraordinaire : l'arrivée de visiteurs venus d'ailleurs, des extraterrestres dont les intentions restent mystérieuses. L'humanité se retrouve à la croisée des chemins, confrontée à des choix cruciaux,
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Publisher
Thames & Hudson Inc
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
"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...
9) Astronomy
Author
Series
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons, Inc
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
A beginner's guide to astronomy features information about the solar system as well as star maps and a monthly guide to locating the planets in the sky.
12) Eclipses
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"An eclipse occurs when one celestial body, such as a moon or planet, moves into the shadow of another celestial body, or when one celestial body passes between two celestial bodies. This book explains the different types of eclipses, why eclipses are important astronomical phenomena to study, and the scientific history of studying eclipses. A graphic organizer presents information and helps readers understand complex topics, while primary sources...
Author
Series
Publisher
Arcturus
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Take a tour of the night sky and the . . . Universe with this . . . guide to the world of astronomy. Take a journey through time and space from the Big Bang to black holes, and study solar eclipses, shooting stars, supergiants, and supernovas"--Dust jacket.
16) Water on Mars
Author
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"How much water has been found on Mars? Could humans mine the planet's water for colonization? Readers curious about Mars can explore questions such as these in this book"--
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Once upon a time there lived a girl who swept floors and washed dishes, and was little more than a servant to her family. Until, one day, an invitation arrived. It was an invitation to a new country and a new beginning--a place where Caroline's dreams, her fascination with the night sky, and her extraordinary talent would open up a world of beauty and renown, and make her the belle of the scientific ball. From humble beginnings and in spite of many...
Author
Publisher
Basic Books
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Tell[s] the story of how our view of the universe has been shaped and informed by mathematics, particularly when it comes to the enigmatic workings of gravity. Mathematicians have played a pivotal role in investigating relativity and gravity, gaining insights on phenomena like black holes, gravitational waves, and the Big Bang--in some cases uncovering key results decades, or even a century, before any experimental or observational data became available....
20) Moons
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
". . . illustrations accompany information about various moons in the solar system. The narrative nonfiction text is intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
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