A Child's Introduction to the Night Sky: The Story of the Stars, Planets, and Constellations--and How You Can Find Them in the Sky

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Children eight and up will enjoy this conversational but information-packed introduction to astronomy and stargazing, which includes the achievements of the great scientists, the history of space exploration, the story of our solar system, the myths behind the constellations, and how to navigate the night sky. Whimsical color illustrations on every page and handy definitions and sidebars help engage younger readers and develop their interest. The special star wheel helps locate stars and planets from any location at any time of year. This is the third in Black Dog & Leventhal's successful series including The Story of the Orchestra and A Child's Introduction to Poetry.
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  • ISBN13: 9781579123666
  • Condition: NEW
  • Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • DeweyDecimalNumber: 520
  • EAN: 9781579123666
  • Edition: Book and Access
  • ISBN: 157912366X
  • Label: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
  • Manufacturer: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
  • NumberOfItems: 1
  • NumberOfPages: 96
  • ProductGroup: Book
  • ProductTypeName: ABIS_BOOK
  • PublicationDate: 2004-05-01
  • Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
  • ReadingLevel: Ages 9-12
  • Studio: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
  • UPC: 768821236663
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I LOVE THIS BOOK!2010-01-30
Just received this wonderful book, mere days after ordering. Am an adult who is just beginning to get into stargazing, and ordered this and a telescope as part of my birthday celebration.

This book is just amazing, and I took the reviews to heart that said it was great for adults as well as kids. Honestly, the writer did a fabulous job and the illustrator outdid herself. It's an amazing book, and I can't rave enough about it.

The starfinder wheel will be great when my telescope gets here, and the glow in the dark stickers? I won't admit that I may use them as well! (smiling) Yes, I have never lost my childlike wonder and thrill of many things.

I've got other books arriving any day now, but this one serves as a great foundation to my learning curve before reading the others.

Get this book without delay. You will not be sorry. And you may eventually share it with your kids as well.
Great book for kids and adults2010-01-29
Bought this for my nephew and ended up reading the whole thing myself before i gave it to him. lol..very well done.
The Night Sky2009-10-17
I bought this for a gift for my grandson. He loves space and the stars, got him a telescope for a gift last year and now its time to get to know the sky. Its a cool book.
A Book of Wonder and Delight2009-10-07
A good book can open the mind and heart. This is a VERY good book.
I bought it as a gift for a 4th grader and neither of us could be more pleased.
The text answers many questions in a delightful and informative way. It not only gives names, locating information and descriptions of the planets and constellations, but also information about the mythological beings for which they were named and even lists the attributes of these gods and goddesses.
Artwork is a combination of stunning photographs, maps of the sky and wonderful, imaginative drawings. It truly is a feast for the senses of children ages 9-12.
I recommend this book without reservation for any child in that age group.
A really good child's introduction to the sky2009-09-10
If you want to get your child interested in astronomy, this book is probably a good book for it.
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