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Author:

Hunter, Nick.

Title:

Stars and constellations / Nick Hunter.

Edition:

1st ed.

Publisher:

Capstone Heinemann Library,

Copyright Date:

c2014

Description:

32 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.

Subject:

Stars--Juvenile literature.
Sun--Juvenile literature.
Constellations--Juvenile literature.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.

Contents:

Out of this world -- What are stars? -- Our own star -- What makes stars shine? -- Where do stars come from? -- Do stars last forever? -- Constellations -- Across the universe -- Exploring stars -- Visiting the stars -- Beliefs of the past -- See for yourself -- Finding constellations.

Summary:

"This book explores the sun as our nearest star, different types of stars and constellations. It covers what stars are, where they come from, what makes them shine, what people thought of them in the past, and how we study stars today. A fun activity is provided along with advice on viewing stars. Beautiful photographs and simple text help to engage readers and aid their understanding"--Provided by publisher.

Series:

The night sky: and other amazing sights

ISBN:

1432975226 (pb)
9781432975227 (pb)
143297517X (hb)
9781432975173 (hb) :

OCLC:

(OCoLC)818659681

LCCN:

2012043049

Locations:

XSPE157 -- Atlantic Public Library (Atlantic)

TYPH572 -- Cedar Rapids Public Library (Cedar Rapids)

FXPH314 -- Carnegie-Stout Public Library (Dubuque)

EBPE325 -- Estherville Public Library (Estherville)

SPPE104 -- Independence Public Library (Independence)

RUPC135 -- Manson Public Library (Manson)

GCPC771 -- Mitchellville Public Library (Mitchellville)

AXPF626 -- Oskaloosa Public Library (Oskaloosa)

NXPA663 -- Stacyville Public Library (Stacyville)

BYPB851 -- Zearing Public Library (Zearing)