Astronomy for Young and Old A Beginner's Guide to the Visible Sky

Astronomy, especially naked-eye astronomy, is a wonderful way for children and young people to engage with the world and universe around them. Many children quickly become fascinated with stars, planets and comets, learning skills that also help them develop generally.This book is a perfect introduction to astronomy for any child, whether or not they have a telescope. It explains the visible constellations and then explores the sun, moon, planets, comets and meteorites. Colour illustrations and diagrams at every stage help children relate what they are reading to what they can see in the sky.Suitable for budding astronomers in both the northern and southern hemispheres, and in polar, temperate or tropical latitudes (i.e., everywhere), this is an ideal introduction the wonders of stargazing.

ISBN:	9781782500469
Publisher:	Floris Books
Imprint:	Floris Books
Published date:	20 Mar 2014
DEWEY:	520
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	164
Weight:	620g
Height:	210mm
Width:	228mm
Spine width:	11mm

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