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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 |  | Author: Michael Driscoll
Creator: Meredith Hamilton
Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
List Price: $19.95
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Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 1528
Media: Hardcover
Edition: Book and Access
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Pages: 96
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.8
Dimensions (in): 10.2 x 10.2 x 0.7
ISBN: 157912366X
Dewey Decimal Number: 520
UPC: 768821236663
EAN: 9781579123666
ASIN: 157912366X
Publication Date: May 1, 2004
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Product Description
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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 The Night Sky October 17, 2009
Beth Harper (Ann Arbor, MIchigan)
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 Delight October 7, 2009
A. Elliott
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 sky September 10, 2009
mohamed (california, TM USA)
If you want to get your child interested in astronomy, this book is probably a good book for it.
Not just for children! February 6, 2009
Marynna L. Kerce (Atlanta GA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Incredibly -- despite the title, this book is not just for children.
By far, it is simply the best available, most thorough introduction to the night sky and to astronomy, for curious people of all ages -- the sort of book that motivates every parent to tramp outside, book in hand, wearing eager smiles -- with or without the children!
Beautiful illustrations decorate and enhance the text. Everything is here: models which make it possible to easily visualize the size relationships of the planets in our solar system, as well as their distribution and the distances between them. The visible planets and major constellations are clearly identified, and helpful hints for finding them are provided. Packed with information that is not easily or readily found elsewhere, and packaged in an engaging format which is easily accessible. You don't even need a telescope to use this book in your own backyard. There are clear explanations of what to look for, what to see with the naked eye, and how to use binoculars and telescopes to get a better view. There are even glow-in-the-dark stickers to use in building your own night-sky model on your own bedroom ceiling or elsewhere. Truly, this is the astronomy book I've been looking for, all these years.
Very highly recommended. Simply delightful!
Nana Lynn January 5, 2009
Lynn Lundsted (Vermont)
I purchased this for my Granddaughter who is 7 years old. She is very interested in the earth & sky. This book is perfect for us. This book will become an heirloom in our family.
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