One Small Square, the Night Sky Paperback - 1998 - 1st Edition
by Donald M. Silver
In one small square of night sky--using their eyes, binoculars, the position of the moon, and even their fingers as guides--children locate Orion and other constellations, and even stars and planets--while they learn amazing facts about the heavenly bodies. Activities are included for Northern and Southern Hemispheres. "Bound to excite would-be scientists and browsers alike".--"Booklist". Full color.
From the rear cover
Magical - that's the word for the night sky, with its shining stars, glittering planets, and sometimes, the celestial moon, So god ahead - make a wish on that star. But if you're also curious about why your star twinkles, you've come to the right place. By focusing on one small square of night sky near Orion, The Night sky makes star time even more special for children. Its stunning illustrations and kid-oriented approach provide an exciting close-up on wonders that can be seen overhead after darl. Suitable for stargazing anywhere - even the city - the Night Sky will add to kids' wonder as it teaches them about stars, planets, nebulae, comets, meteors, the moon, constellations, and classic myths - through one small square of the night sky. The Night Sky is just one of the exciting, vibratly illustrated volumes in the critically acclaimed One Small Square series of science and nature books for children ages 6-9. This book includes: Stunning full-color illustrations; Motivating experiments and activities, along with clear, diagrammed instructions and safety tips; Easy to read sky maps; a glossary-index and resource list. One Small Square - an eye-opening series which puts the whole world in perspective for children, one small square at a time. Each book is a thrilling, up-close encounter with the natural world, from the stars above us to the habitats, ecosystems, and creatures around us.
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- Title One Small Square, the Night Sky
- Author Donald M. Silver
- Binding Paperback
- Edition number 1st
- Edition 1
- Pages 48
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher McGraw-Hill Companies
- Date March 1, 1998
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Glossary, Illustrated, Index, Maps
- ISBN 9780070580459 / 0070580456
- Weight 0.38 lbs (0.17 kg)
- Dimensions 9.01 x 9.01 x 0.22 in (22.89 x 22.89 x 0.56 cm)
- Ages 06 to 09 years
- Grade levels 1 - 4
- Library of Congress subjects Constellations, Stars
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 97075976
- Dewey Decimal Code 523.8
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