Constellations |
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| Author:
| Zappa, Marcia |
| Series title: | Universe Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-61714-687-9 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2011 |
| Publisher: | ABDO Publishing Company
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| Imprint: | Buddy Books |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $32.79 |
Book Description:
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Expand your young reader's universe! Simple, straightforward text paired with vibrant photos and colorful diagrams teaches readers about different types of constellations and how they are affected by Earth's tilt and orbit. Readers will also learn about the naming of constellations in ancient times and modern times and how scientists study them with telescopes and other tools. Famous constellations Orion the Hunter, Cassiopeia, the Southern Cross, and Ursa Major are highlighted....
More DescriptionExpand your young reader's universe! Simple, straightforward text paired with vibrant photos and colorful diagrams teaches readers about different types of constellations and how they are affected by Earth's tilt and orbit. Readers will also learn about the naming of constellations in ancient times and modern times and how scientists study them with telescopes and other tools. Famous constellations Orion the Hunter, Cassiopeia, the Southern Cross, and Ursa Major are highlighted. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, a glossary with phonetics, and an index. Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Group.