Copyright Date:
2024
Edition Date:
2024
Release Date:
02/13/24
Illustrator:
Beer, Sophie,
Pages:
144 pages
ISBN:
1-7607-6384-5
ISBN 13:
978-1-7607-6384-8
Dewey:
520
LCCN:
2023933272
Dimensions:
22 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
School Library Journal
(Thu Feb 01 00:00:00 CST 2024)
Gr 4–6— Expand your knowledge of the universe with this comprehensive guide to the Northern and Southern hemispheres. Chapter topics include the moon, the planets, the sun, satellites, and stargazing. This book helps readers prepare for their future stargazing efforts. Several apps and websites are recommended, as well as the minimum amount of equipment one might need to start looking up. Charming illustrations are found throughout. There are "fun fact" boxes about various celestial objects on nearly every page. "Look it up" boxes are scattered throughout every chapter and lead users to interesting space websites. "Your turn" boxes encourage readers to work on their stargazing skills with tips and tricks. Each chapter wraps up with a list of more advice for getting the most out of stargazing. Back matter includes glossary, index, suggested resources and web apps, and a notes section. VERDICT A good addition to nonfiction collections for a well-rounded and detailed view of the night sky.— Kristin J. Anderson
Bibliography Index/Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Wherever you are in this world, in the Northern or Southern hemisphere, in the city or a remote region, Universal Guide to the Night Sky 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 about binoculars, telescopes, and photographing the stars. You will never look up at the night sky in the same way again. Featuring intergalactic illustrations by Sophie Beer, this global guide to the sky is your ticket out of this world.