Stargazing for Kids - An Introduction to Astronomy by Jonathan Poppele (US edition, paperback) - 9781647551346

Publisher: Ingram IPS

ISBN 13: 9781647551346

Condition: Brandnew

Binding: paperback

Pages: 176

Dimensons: 178 x 127 x 9 | 400 (gram)

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With an introduction to astronomy basics and a special section on constellations, this is a perfect children’s guide to stargazing.

You’ve gazed at stars. Perhaps you’ve even identified a few constellations, planets, and other distant objects. Now become a young astronomer. Learn all about outer space. Author, educator, and naturalist Jonathan Poppele presents a kids’ introduction to the night sky. The children’s book, ideal for early and middle-grade readers, conveys fascinating information for beginners. Kids gain an understanding of stars, our solar system, and deep sky objects.

From there, readers are introduced to more than 25 different constellations that are important to know and easy to locate. With the Big Dipper, Little Dipper, Orion, Perseus, and more, the constellations section serves as an identification aid and offers information about when to look, where to look, and what to look for.

A season-by-season tour of the night sky provides advice to help children experience success while stargazing—with practical tips on locating each constellation. There are also fun ideas for the entire family to enjoy, a wonderful way to turn stargazing into a shared hobby.

Inside You’ll Find

A guide to more than 25 important-to-know constellations

Practical tips on locating each constellation

The basics of astronomy, the solar system, and outer space

Tips and tricks to help you spot the many amazing sights of the night sky

 This children’s guide to stargazing includes an introduction to astronomy, a discussion of objects in the sky, and a section on constellations.Popular, proven format: the first two books in the series have sold more than 32,000 copies

Ideal for children and families with an interest in stargazing who want to easily locate and learn about constellations and the night sky

Market: Parents who want to instill environmental morals, encourage an interest in nature, and entertain their children—all at the same time

Guide to constellations, the moon, planets, and other phenomena to see on a given night

All-in-one source of information, facts, photos, and tidbits in a concise guide

Full-color photographs, illustrations, and sky maps

Introduction to astronomy and deep sky objects

Identification guide to more than 25 constellations that are easy to find and important to know

Information applicable to most of the Northern Hemisphere

Not intimidating: colorful, appealing design with information geared toward children, ages 6–12