This lushly illustrated introduction to the wonders of the night sky
invites young readers to explore stars, planets, and other celestial
bodies and learn how to spot them
Get ready to explore the night sky! Observe the phases of the moon,
navigate by the North Star, and peer into outer space from your own
backyard. You'll find out about:
The Moon
The Sun
Polaris and Ursa Minor
Mercury
Orion's Belt
Venus
Halley's Comet
Mars
Alioth and Ursa Major
Jupiter
Sirius and Canis Major
Satellites, including the International Space Station and James Webb
Space Telescope
Acrux and the Southern Cross
The Milky Way
. . . and more
You'll also learn about some of the mythology and folklore associated
with the night sky and uncover how humankind has its history woven into
the constellations that light up our skies. With energetic, accessible
text from NASA science writer Noelia González and stunning illustrations
by Sara Boccaccini Meadows, this is a book the entire family will want
to share.