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Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"The definitive visual guide to exploring all the marvels of the stars, the Milky Way, and the universe beyond. Chart the wonders of the cosmos in our own solar system and beyond with The Stars. Packed with 3-D artworks of each constellation and incredible new imagery from the Hubble Space Telescope, ground-based observatories worldwide, and more, this awe-inspiring guide features the most fascinating objects known to astronomy, from glittering star-birth...
Author
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Neutron stars, the ultra-dense remnants of exploded stellar giants, are among the most fascinating objects in the cosmos. Katia Moskvitch introduces readers to their astonishing qualities and follows the scientists who are discovering what neutron stars can tell us about the mysteries of dark matter, black holes, and general relativity"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Have you ever looked up at the stars and wondered what ancient people thought of them? Have you ever wanted to see a star up close to study it? This book addresses both of these questions, and much more. Readers take a fascinating tour of the universe and learn all about the lives of stars, as well as constellations. Brilliant photographs and illustrations help readers understand and enjoy this at-level science text" --
Author
Publisher
Black Dog and Leventhal Publishers
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"Govert Schilling explores the mysteries of space that lie beyond our solar system on this mind-bending trip to nebulae, galaxies, black holes, and the edge of the observable universe"--Publisher's website.
6) Stars
Author
Series
Publisher
AV2
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that stars last for billions of years? Some stars shrink and turn white when they are very old. Find out more in Stars, one of the titles in the Discovering Space series"--
Author
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
c2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This second edition of Find the Constellation contains star charts, a guide to the constellations, and details about seasons and the movement of the objects we see in the sky with planetary and solar system information in the latter part of the book. Facts and figures for each planet have been revised, and new scientific information has been added, such as Pluto's reclassification as a dwarf planet.
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"The night sky is a place of wonder for all young readers. Stars are of particular fascination, especially once they learn that the sun is a star! In this book, learners explore the gases and life cycle of a star. Incredible, colorful photographs straight from NASA's telescopes and probes bring each spread to life. Thought-provoking text answers the title's question with easy, accessible language while still igniting interest. This book is right at...
11) What is the sun?
Author
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Author
Series
Publisher
Bloomsbury Sigma
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"This book tells the story of the Cosmic Dawn and Epoch of Reionisation: the time when the very first stars burst into life. These bodies were hundreds of times the size of the Sun and a million times more luminous, lonely blue giants that lived fast and died young in gigantic explosions, seeding the Universe with the heavy elements fundamental to the construction of galaxies, planets and eventually life itself."--Dust jacket flap.
13) Stars of fortune
Author
Series
Guardians trilogy (Nora Roberts) volume 1
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"To celebrate the rise of their new queen, three goddesses of the moon created three stars, one of fire, one of ice, one of water. But then they fell from the sky, putting the fate of all worlds in danger. And now three women and three men join forces to pick up the pieces... Sasha Riggs is a reclusive artist, haunted by dreams and nightmares that she turns into extraordinary paintings. Her visions lead her to the Greek island of Corfu, where five...
14) The starkeeper
Author
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
In a dark, rainy, lonely world a girl's wish brings a star to earth, but its light fades until her acts of kindness make the star spark and flame.
15) Constellations
Author
Series
Publisher
Jump!, Inc
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"In Constellations, early fluent readers will explore the science behind stars and their patterns, as well as the history behind their mapping. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they explore outer space and constellations. An infographic, sidebars, and an activity offer kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about stars and constellations using our safe search engine that provides...
Author
Publisher
Pegasus Books
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
The Solar System - so what is it? This book looks at all the major players, including our more familiar neighbours - the Sun, the planets and their moons - the occasional visitors to our planet - asteroids, meteors and comets - as well as distant stars and what might be beyond our Solar System - Earth Mark II?
Author
Series
Publisher
Whispering Coyotes Press
Pub. Date
[1994]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An expanded version of the nineteenth-century poem in which a small girl accompanies a star on a journey through the night sky, examining both heavenly bodies and the earth below.
18) The stars
Author
Series
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"There are around 70 billion trillion stars. In our galaxy alone, there are more than 300 billion stars. That's 40 times as many people as there are on Earth. With this illuminating book, readers will learn about stars, including how they're born and what they're made of. They'll learn how far away stars really are. Including relevant historical information about the contributions of famous astronomers such as Edwin Hubble, the informative narrative...
19) Starry skies
Author
Publisher
Walter Foster Jr., an imprint of the Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the constellations above us. Every night, the sky is filled with stars that tell a thousand stories. From brave warriors to ferocious beasts and magical friends, each star shines brightly. What stories will you see in the Starry skies tonight"--Page [4] of cover.
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