Author: Ellen Labrecque
Publisher:
ISBN: 1474786847
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
What is a star? How big do they get? Why do stars appear in different colors? Early readers will love getting the answers to all their questions about the Sun and other stars. Includes sidebars and infographics that are worked seamlessly into the design for easy reading and better comprehension.
An Introduction to the Sun and Stars
Author: Simon F. Green
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521546225
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Compiled by a team of experts, this textbook has been designed for elementary university courses in astronomy and astrophysics. It starts with a detailed discussion of our nearest star, the Sun, and describes how solar physicists have come to understand its internal workings. It then considers how astronomers go about studying the basic physical properties and life-cycles of more distant stars, and culminates with a discussion of the formation of exotic objects such as neutron stars and black holes. Written in an accessible style that avoids complex mathematics, and illustrated in colour throughout, this book is suitable for self-study and will appeal to amateur astronomers as well as undergraduate students. It contains numerous helpful learning features such as boxed summaries, student exercises with full solutions, and a glossary of terms. The book is also supported by a website hosting further teaching materials.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521546225
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Compiled by a team of experts, this textbook has been designed for elementary university courses in astronomy and astrophysics. It starts with a detailed discussion of our nearest star, the Sun, and describes how solar physicists have come to understand its internal workings. It then considers how astronomers go about studying the basic physical properties and life-cycles of more distant stars, and culminates with a discussion of the formation of exotic objects such as neutron stars and black holes. Written in an accessible style that avoids complex mathematics, and illustrated in colour throughout, this book is suitable for self-study and will appeal to amateur astronomers as well as undergraduate students. It contains numerous helpful learning features such as boxed summaries, student exercises with full solutions, and a glossary of terms. The book is also supported by a website hosting further teaching materials.
The Sun, the Earth, and Near-earth Space
Author: John A. Eddy
Publisher: Government Printing Office
ISBN: 9780160838088
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
" ... Concise explanations and descriptions - easily read and readily understood - of what we know of the chain of events and processes that connect the Sun to the Earth, with special emphasis on space weather and Sun-Climate."--Dear Reader.
Publisher: Government Printing Office
ISBN: 9780160838088
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
" ... Concise explanations and descriptions - easily read and readily understood - of what we know of the chain of events and processes that connect the Sun to the Earth, with special emphasis on space weather and Sun-Climate."--Dear Reader.
Sun, Moon and Stars
Author: Stephanie Turnbull
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780746055847
Category : Solar system
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
This exploration of the sun, moon and stars is part of a series introducing children to the wonder of the world around them. It has two reading levels, with a simple sentence on each page for beginners, accompanied by more complex information which can be read as the child's ability grows.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780746055847
Category : Solar system
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
This exploration of the sun, moon and stars is part of a series introducing children to the wonder of the world around them. It has two reading levels, with a simple sentence on each page for beginners, accompanied by more complex information which can be read as the child's ability grows.
The Sun Is a Star
Author: Dick Frizzell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780995146563
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
'The universe -- and everything in it -- is always expanding into tomorrow . . . What a scene, eh? More magic than magic. Magic, mysterious and beautiful. And here we are. On the third rock from the sun, figuring it out.'In this enchanting book for readers of all ages, renowned New Zealand painter Dick Frizzell takes his lifelong interest in the stars, the planets, space and the universe and turns it into a book that demystifies everything from White Dwarves and blackholes to space travel. His artist friends, including John Pule, Greg O'Brien, JohnReynolds, Judy Darragh, Reuben Patterson, Grahame Sydney, Karl Maughan, AniO'Neill, Reg Mombassa and Wayne Youle, provide the illustrations.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780995146563
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
'The universe -- and everything in it -- is always expanding into tomorrow . . . What a scene, eh? More magic than magic. Magic, mysterious and beautiful. And here we are. On the third rock from the sun, figuring it out.'In this enchanting book for readers of all ages, renowned New Zealand painter Dick Frizzell takes his lifelong interest in the stars, the planets, space and the universe and turns it into a book that demystifies everything from White Dwarves and blackholes to space travel. His artist friends, including John Pule, Greg O'Brien, JohnReynolds, Judy Darragh, Reuben Patterson, Grahame Sydney, Karl Maughan, AniO'Neill, Reg Mombassa and Wayne Youle, provide the illustrations.
Our Sun
Author: Christopher Cooper
Publisher:
ISBN: 1937994198
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
Presents an all-encompassing guide to the sun, detailing its history, structure, and effect on human civilization.
Publisher:
ISBN: 1937994198
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
Presents an all-encompassing guide to the sun, detailing its history, structure, and effect on human civilization.
Stars and Planets
Author: Giles Sparrow
Publisher: Mini Encyclopedia
ISBN: 9781782742609
Category : Astronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Stars and Planets is a 300-entry mini encyclopedia of the universe that surrounds our world.
Publisher: Mini Encyclopedia
ISBN: 9781782742609
Category : Astronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Stars and Planets is a 300-entry mini encyclopedia of the universe that surrounds our world.
Stars and Planets
Author: Pierre Winters
Publisher: Want to Know
ISBN: 9781605371719
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Questions such as What causes day and night? Why does the moon look different on different nights? Is the sun a star? and How many planets are there? are answered in this book for curious children. Full of facts about the earth, the moon, the sun, the stars, the galaxy, and the other planets, this informative picture book contains activities, a cartoon, a poem, a foldout page, and a mini quiz to make young learners real experts
Publisher: Want to Know
ISBN: 9781605371719
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Questions such as What causes day and night? Why does the moon look different on different nights? Is the sun a star? and How many planets are there? are answered in this book for curious children. Full of facts about the earth, the moon, the sun, the stars, the galaxy, and the other planets, this informative picture book contains activities, a cartoon, a poem, a foldout page, and a mini quiz to make young learners real experts
Nearest Star
Author: Leon Golub
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107052653
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 315
Book Description
An authoritative and readable introduction to the Sun, our nearest star, from two experienced astronomers, for general science readers.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107052653
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 315
Book Description
An authoritative and readable introduction to the Sun, our nearest star, from two experienced astronomers, for general science readers.
Planets, Stars, and Galaxies
Author:
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426301707
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
The latest discoveries about our universe to keep readers updated on the latest developments in space.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426301707
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
The latest discoveries about our universe to keep readers updated on the latest developments in space.
The Sun, the Moon, and the Stars
Author: Rachel Montez Minor
Publisher: Crown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0593309375
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
Celebrate the connections between parents, children, and the universe in this lyrical debut picture book from actress, dancer, and singer Rachel Montez Minor, with enchanting illustrations by Annie Won. In simple rhyme with a universal message, this book celebrates diverse children, their power to inspire those around them, and the invisible bonds of family and humanity that can never be broken. Readers are encouraged to shine their light and positivity on those around them and to always lift each other up. We are all one, living together on our planet, connected under the sun, the moon, and the stars.
Publisher: Crown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0593309375
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
Celebrate the connections between parents, children, and the universe in this lyrical debut picture book from actress, dancer, and singer Rachel Montez Minor, with enchanting illustrations by Annie Won. In simple rhyme with a universal message, this book celebrates diverse children, their power to inspire those around them, and the invisible bonds of family and humanity that can never be broken. Readers are encouraged to shine their light and positivity on those around them and to always lift each other up. We are all one, living together on our planet, connected under the sun, the moon, and the stars.