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1) Astronomy
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1110L
Language
English
Description
Looks at the history of astronomy, identitifies important astronomers, and summarizes what is known about the sun, moon, planets, and stars.
6) The universe
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Provides an in-depth, comprehensive look at the universe with a unique integration of words and pictures. Topics covered include: black holes, galaxies, the solar system, asteroids, meteors, meterorites, stars, quasars and more.
Author
Series
Publisher
Wiley
Language
English
Description
The fun and easy way to explore the night sky
Do you know the difference between a red giant and a white dwarf? From asteroids to black holes, this easy-to-understand guide takes you on a grand tour of the universe. Featuring updated star maps, charts, and an insert with gorgeous full-color photographs, Astronomy For Dummies provides an easy-to-follow introduction to the night sky. Plus, this new edition also gives you the latest
...8) Cosmos
Author
Language
English
Description
This book is about science in its broadest human context, how science and civilization grew up together. It is the story of our long journey of discovery and the forces and individuals who helped to shape modern science, including Democritus, Hypatia, Kepler, Newton, Huygens, Champollion, Lowell and Humason. The book also explores spacecraft missions of discovery of the nearby planets, the research in the Library of ancient Alexandria, the human brain,...
Author
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure
900L
Language
English
Description
What is a black hole? Where do they come from? How were they discovered? Can we visit one? Carolyn Cinami DeCristofano takes readers on a ride through the galaxies (ours, and others), answering these questions and many more about the phenomenon known as a black hole. The book starts off with a thorough explanation of gravity and the role it plays in the formation of black holes. Paintings by Michael Carroll, coupled with real telescopic images, help...
Author
Publisher
Firefly Books
Language
English
Description
"This classic, groundbreaking guide has been the go-to field guide for both beginning and experienced amateur astronomers for nearly 30 years. The fourth edition, scheduled for release in 2021, brings Terence Dickinson and Alan Dyer's invaluable manual completely up-to-date. Setting a new standard for astronomy guides, it will serve as the touchstone for the next generation of stargazers as well as longtime devotees. Technology and astronomical understanding...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[1982]
Language
English
Description
"This simple yet substantial text is full of critical information and helpful hints on how to observe the stars; describe their position; calculate their age, brightness, and distance; and much more. Whether you observe the sky with a telescope or the naked eye, 365 Starry Nights makes the infinite intimate and brings the heavens within your grasp. Keep this invaluable, informative guide close at hand, and you'll find that the sky is the limit 365...
16) Our solar system
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
NC 1020L
Language
English
Description
Takes readers on an interplanetary tour from the sun to the ever-mysterious Mars, and then, thanks to the Voyager missions, to the planets beyond.
Author
Publisher
Visible Ink Press
Language
English
Description
We look to the heavens and wonder in awe. Liu takes you on a journey through the history, science and the latest findings in astronomy. You'll learn about the cosmos and its contents, and of humanity's efforts throughout history to unlock its secrets and solve its mysteries.
18) Starry sky
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
850L
Language
English
Description
Take a closer look at the night sky! Discover the secrets of the stars. -- Back cover.
