Space Mania: Discovering Distant Worlds Without Leaving Your Own

"From the Big Bang to meteor showers, from moon phases to solar eclipses, this wonderfully lively introduction to astronomy is like an armchair rocket ship flying kids to the stars. Along the way they'll learn how fast light travels and the different shapes of the galaxies, get a closer vi...

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Main Author: Michael A. DiSpezio
Format: Book
Language:Undetermined
Published: Sterling 2004
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520 |a "From the Big Bang to meteor showers, from moon phases to solar eclipses, this wonderfully lively introduction to astronomy is like an armchair rocket ship flying kids to the stars. Along the way they'll learn how fast light travels and the different shapes of the galaxies, get a closer view of the heavens with the help of telescopes, see a star being born, and discover what the constellations look like Down Under. Remarkably clear explanations of scientific concepts, enticing photos and illustrations, fascinating fun facts, and enjoyable activities make this book truly stellar.<i>The author lives in North Falmouth, MA.</i> " 
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