Edition |
First edition. |
Description |
32 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm. |
Series |
The night sky and other amazing sights in space |
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Heinemann first library |
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Hunter, Nick.
Night sky and other amazing sights in space.
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Heinemann first library.
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Audience |
"Level N"--P. [4] of cover. |
Summary |
"This book explores the sun as our nearest star, different types of stars and constellations. It covers what stars are, where they come from, what makes them shine, what people thought of them in the past, and how we study stars today. A fun activity is provided along with advice on viewing stars. Beautiful photographs and simple text help to engage readers and aid their understanding"--Provided by publisher. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index. |
Contents |
Out of this world -- What are stars? -- Our own star -- What makes stars shine? -- Where do stars come from? -- Do stars last forever? -- Constellations -- Across the universe -- Exploring stars -- Visiting the stars -- Beliefs of the past -- See for yourself -- Finding constellations. |
Study Program |
Accelerated Reader AR LG 3.9 0.5 159595. |
Subject |
Stars -- Juvenile literature.
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Sun -- Juvenile literature.
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Constellations -- Juvenile literature.
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Stars.
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Sun.
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Constellations.
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Spine Title |
Night sky : stars and constellations |
ISBN |
9781432975173 library binding |
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143297517X library binding |
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9781432975227 paperback |
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1432975226 paperback |
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