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Constellations for kids: an easy guide to discovering the stars / Kelsey Johnson ; illustrations by Steve Mack.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublisher: Emeryville, California : Rockridge Press, [2020]Copyright date: ©2020Description: 84 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cmContent type:
  • text
  • still image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9781646119684
  • 1646119681
  • 9781638788348
  • 1638788340
Other title:
  • Easy guide to discovering the stars
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Contents:
Constellations best to see in spring -- Constellations best to see in summer -- Constellations best to see in fall -- Constellations best to see in winter.
Summary: Over thousands of years, stargazers have noticed shapes in the stars, also called constellations. Different cultures have seen mythical animals and heroes within these constellations, and many travelers have used the stars as a guide for their journeys. This book will show young astronomers how to read the night sky as they discover more than 20 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.
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Children's Book Children's Book Dr. James Carlson Library Children's NonFiction 523.8 J67 Available 33111010605729
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Children's Book Children's Book Northport Library Children's NonFiction 523.8 J67 Available 33111009866555
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Explore the constellations with this guide to navigating the sky for kids ages 6 to 9

Over thousands of years, stargazers have noticed shapes in the stars, also called constellations. Different cultures have seen mythical animals and heroes within these constellations, and many travelers have used the stars as a guide for their journeys. Constellations for Kids --by astronomy professor Kelsey Johnson--shows you how to read the night sky and discover more than 25 unique constellations as you learn about outer space and the solar world.

From Canis Major to Cassiopeia, each constellation in this astronomy book for kids includes easy-to-read sky maps and step-by-step instructions for identifying it in the night sky. You'll also learn how to use bright stars as guides to show you where to find each constellation!

This constellations book for kids includes:

Beginner-friendly content --Build up your knowledge of astronomy with simple explanations of key concepts that help you understand stargazing.

Simple line illustrations --Each constellation includes an illustration of what it looks like in the sky, making it easier for you to find them.

Fun facts mythology --Learn about all kinds of cool celestial facts and ancient mythology. Did you know Lyra is the only Greek constellation that is a musical instrument?

Explore the stories written in the stars with this fun guide to stargazing for kids!

Includes bibliographical references (page 77) and index.

Constellations best to see in spring -- Constellations best to see in summer -- Constellations best to see in fall -- Constellations best to see in winter.

Over thousands of years, stargazers have noticed shapes in the stars, also called constellations. Different cultures have seen mythical animals and heroes within these constellations, and many travelers have used the stars as a guide for their journeys. This book will show young astronomers how to read the night sky as they discover more than 20 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.

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