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Constellation Finder: A guide to patterns in the night sky with star stories from around the world
Constellation Finder: A guide to patterns in the night sky with star stories from around the world
WLP012
$5.95  
Paperback, Dorcas S. Miller, 64 pages, 4.2 x 6.5, 9780912550268
 A guide to patterns in the night sky, with star stories from around the world. People around the world, and through the centuries have given names to the patterns they see in the night sky. The latest book in the Finders series of pocket guides introduces constellations from many cultures, and...
Southern Night Sky Southern Night Sky Southern Night Sky
Southern Night Sky
WFP005
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583551684
The Southern Night Sky provides a simplified field reference to familiar stars and constellations. A durable folding guide format is great for use in the field, and allows any level of nature explorer to recognize and easily identify the most common constellations. This guide features glow in...
Exploring the Night Sky
Exploring the Night Sky
FFB043
$9.95  
Paperback, Terence Dickinson, illust. by John Bianchi, 72 pages, 8.25 x 8.25, 9780920656662
A comprehensive beginner's guide to astronomy. Explains what the viewer is seeing, identifies celestial bodies, answers many questions.
The Stars: New Way to See Them, 2nd edition Updated
The Stars: New Way to See Them, 2nd edition Updated
HMC061
$16.99  
Paperback, H.A. Rey, 160 pages, 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.6, 9780544763449
Containing star charts, a guide to the constellations, and details about seasons and the movement of the objects we see in the sky, this classic book makes H. A. Rey's passion for astronomy evident on every page. Second edition updates concentrate on the planetary and solar system information...
Peterson Field Guides: Stars and Planets (Pocket Guide)
Peterson Field Guides: Stars and Planets (Pocket Guide)
HMC312
$24.99  
Paperback, Jay M. Pasachoff, 592 pages, 7.2 x 4.6 x 1.2, 9780395934319
The fourth edition of this best-selling field guide has been completely revised and updated to include the latest information from leading astronomical sources. All the time-sensitive material is new and valid through 2017: solar eclipses, phases of the moon, positions of the planets, and more....
One Small Square: The Night Sky
One Small Square: The Night Sky
INT454
$9.00  
Paperback, Donald M. Silver, 48 pages, 9 x 0.2 x 9, 9780070580459
By focusing on one small square of night sky near Orion, this entry in a highly lauded series gives children aged 6 to 9 an exciting close-up on amazing facts about stars, planets, nebulae, comets, meteors, the moon, constellations, and classic myths. Suitable for stargazing anywhereÑeven the...
A Child's Introduction to the Night Sky (Revised and Updated): The Story of the Stars, Planets, and Constellations--and How You Can Find Them in the Sk
A Child's Introduction to the Night Sky (Revised and Updated): The Story of the Stars, Planets, and Constellations--and How You Can Find Them in the Sk
WPC158
$19.99  
Hardcover, Michael Driscoll & Meredith Hamilton, 96 pages, 10 x 10, 9780762495504
This charming exploration of the night sky -- featuring a star finder and glow-in-the-dark stickers -- which has more than a quarter of a million young astronomers enjoying the night sky in countries around the world, is now completely revised and updated.   A Child's Introduction to...
Falling Stars: A Guide to Meteors & Meteorites, 2nd Edition
Falling Stars: A Guide to Meteors & Meteorites, 2nd Edition
SPB005
$11.80  
Paperback, Mike D. Reynolds, 9780811736169
Month-by-month information on meteor showers and how to make the most of watching themAdvice on starting and building a meteorite collection plus the scientific explanation of what meteors are and where they come fromIncludes new information about recent space exploration and studies of...
Zoo in the Sky
Zoo in the Sky
RAN300
$3.98  
Paperback, Jacqueline Mitton Pictures by Christina Balit, 32 pages, 11 x 0.2 x 8.5, 9780792259350
This award-winning book capturing the glittering light show of the constellations is now available in paperback.  Take an illuminating ride through the starry night sky with National Geographic's  Zoo in the Sky!  Little Bear and the Great Bear in the Northern Sky; the scaly dragon winding...
Space Atlas
Space Atlas
STL118
$16.95  
Hardcover, Jiri Dusek, Jan Pisala, 34 pages, 10.3 x 9.3, 9781454912378
Young astronauts and astronomers will discover the wonders of outer space in this gorgeous atlas with lots of cool extras to explore! Six giant foldouts contain detailed maps of the moon, the constellations, our solar system, and the universe; a huge diagram of the International Space Station;...
Starfinder (3rd Edition)
Starfinder (3rd Edition)
DKP045
$25.00  
Hardcover, Carole Stott & Giles Sparrow, 128 pages, 12 x 12, 9781465414533
Now with removable planisphere! Starfinder  lays out the universe clearly, highlighting the signposts in the sky and explaining the cosmology of the stars. Discover the wonders of the night sky with up-to-date information about the universe, including monthly charts to both the northern...
My Best Pop-up Space Book
My Best Pop-up Space Book
DKP055
$10.50  
Hardcover, Pop-Up, 18 pages, 9.6 x 9.6 x 1, 9781465439147
Designed for toddlers ages 3-5,  My Best Pop-Up Space Book  is a child's first guide to the universe. Starting with a blast-off sound button featured on the cover — and embedded on each spread throughout the book — youngsters will dive into the pages to find large pop-up surprises on every page....
Stargazing with a Telescope
Stargazing with a Telescope
FFB124
$10.00  
Paperback, Robin Scagell, 192 pages, 5 x 0.4 x 7.8, 9781770853294
A practical guide that demystifies the process of buying a telescope... valuable advice on how to instantly spot misleading labels on low-end telescopes. --Astronomical Society of the Pacific "Books of Note" Buying a telescope is essential for the stargazer who wishes to progress from...
Take-Along Guide: Planets, Moons and Stars
Take-Along Guide: Planets, Moons and Stars
GPT201
$7.95  
Paperback, Laura Evert, 48 pages, 8.7 x 0.2 x 8.7, 9781559718424
The popular  Take-Along Guide  series introduces children to “reading” who lives in a given environment by looking for clues. This title includes activities, charts, diagrams and fascinating cross section images of planets to show what they are made of. Discover what a shooting star is, which...
History of Fun Stuff: The Stellar Story of Space Travel History of Fun Stuff: The Stellar Story of Space Travel History of Fun Stuff: The Stellar Story of Space Travel
History of Fun Stuff: The Stellar Story of Space Travel
SIM261
$4.99  
Paperback, Patricia Lakin, 48 pages, 6 x 0.2 x 9, 9781481456234
Blast off into a galaxy full of fun with this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a series about the history of fun stuff! Did you know that ancient people all over the world looked at the stars and saw constellations? Or that a science fiction author named Jules Verne...
Puzzle to Go: Outer Space Puzzle to Go: Outer Space
Puzzle to Go: Outer Space
HCB045
$9.99  
Puzzle, 36 pages, 6 x 5.5 x 1.9, 9780735345966
Puzzling on the move has never been easier with Mudpuppy's Outer Space To Go. Packaged in a travel-friendly drawstring pouch, this puzzle will take you to other galaxies with it's bold rocket illustrations.
Our Solar System
Our Solar System
STL246
$8.99  
Board, Connie & Peter Roop, 26 pages, 8.1 x 0.7 x 6, 9781454914181
The youngest astronomers can go forth and journey into outer space in this fun, basic introduction to the solar system. The unique format presents our sun and each planet in order with graduated flaps—turn each flap to reveal fascinating facts on each celestial body, and even the Milky Way!
Find the Constellations, 3rd edition
Find the Constellations, 3rd edition
HMC339
$11.99  
Paperback, H. A. Rey, 72 pages, 9 x 10.8, 9780544763425
Containing star charts, a guide to the constellations, and details about seasons and the movement of the objects we see in the sky, this classic book makes H. A. Rey’s passion for astronomy evident on every page. New updates concentrate on the planetary and solar system information in the...
The Stars: The Definitive Visual Guide to the Cosmos The Stars: The Definitive Visual Guide The Stars: The Definitive Visual Guide The Stars: The Definitive Visual Guide The Stars: The Definitive Visual Guide
The Stars: The Definitive Visual Guide to the Cosmos
DKP068
$30.00  
Hardcover, 256 pages, 10.8 x 0.9 x 12.1, 9781465453402
The definitive visual guide to exploring all the marvels of the stars, the Milky Way, and the universe beyond. Chart the wonders of the cosmos in our own solar system and beyond with  The Stars . Packed with 3-D artworks of each constellation and incredible new imagery from the Hubble Space...
PHOTOGRAPHY: NIGHT SKY A Field Guide For Shooting After Dark
PHOTOGRAPHY: NIGHT SKY A Field Guide For Shooting After Dark
MOU092
$21.95  
Paperback, Jennifer Wu & James Martin, 176 pages, 9781594858383
Photography: Night Sky  will give you the tips and techniques you need to take stunning photographs in the dark. You’ll learn how to overcome the unique issues that confront nighttime photographers and capture images of which you’ll be proud.  Co-author Jennifer Wu, an elite Canon “Explorer...
101 Amazing Sights of the Night Sky: A Guided Tour for Beginners
101 Amazing Sights of the Night Sky: A Guided Tour for Beginners
AVK030
$14.95  
Paperback, George Moromisato, 260 pages, 5 x 7, 9781591935575
Is there anything more amazing than the night sky? You've seen the stars and the constellations―but there's so much more to discover! George Moromisato's guide introduces you to 101 sights, from old favorites like Saturn's famous rings to awe-inspiring wonders like the Andromeda Galaxy. Learn...
Amazing Sights of the Night Sky Playing Cards
Amazing Sights of the Night Sky Playing Cards
AVK031
$5.95  
Playing Cards, George Moromisato, 3 x 4, 9781591936947
This gorgeous deck of playing cards, put together by author George Moromisato, features full-color photographs of 54 of the best objects and phenomena the night sky has to offer, including the Andromeda Galaxy, the International Space Station, planets, and more! Anyone who enjoys stargazing will...
Night Sky Atlas: The Moon, Planets, Stars and Deep-Sky Objects 3rd Edition
Night Sky Atlas: The Moon, Planets, Stars and Deep-Sky Objects 3rd Edition
FFB141
$29.95  
Paperback, Robin Scagell, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11, 9781770859005
Updated star maps include all sky events occurring in 2017 and beyond. Praise for the previous edition: "A concise introduction to the night sky suitable for the beginning stargazer... The text is clear and easy to read... Recommended."  -- Choice "An ideal portable reference for...
The Astronomy Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained
The Astronomy Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained
DKP079
$25.00  
Hardcover, 352 pages, 8.5 x 10, 9781465464187
An essential guide to milestone developments in astronomy, telling the story of our ideas about space, time, and the physics of the cosmos—from ancient times to the present day. From planets and stars to black holes and the Big Bang, take a journey through the wonders of the universe....
The Moon: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Moon, Its Surface Features, Phases & Eclipses
The Moon: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Moon, Its Surface Features, Phases & Eclipses
WFP159
$7.95  
Pamphlet, 9781620052792, 12 pages, 4 x 8, 9781620052792
The brightest and largest object in the night sky, the Moon is about 1/4 the diameter of Earth and is approximately 240,000 miles (385,000 km) distant. This folding pocket guide provides simplified reference to the Moon and its surface features, its phases (and how these affect gravitation on...
The Night Sky: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Moon, Stars, Planets & Celestial Events
The Night Sky: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Moon, Stars, Planets & Celestial Events
WFP160
$7.95  
Pamphlet, James Kavanagh, 12 pages, 4 x 8, 9781620052808
This simplified guide to the night sky includes seasonal  , GLOW-IN-THE-DARK charts  to the stars and constellations and introduces the reader to the solar system, our moon, planets (visible with the naked eye), meteor showers and eclipses. Simply shine a flashlight on the charts to...
The Dinosaur That Pooped a Planet! The Dinosaur That Pooped a Planet!
The Dinosaur That Pooped a Planet!
SIM325
$16.99  
Hardcover, Tom Fletcher & Dougie Poynter, 32 pages, 9 x 11, 9781481498661
From Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter of McFly comes a supersonic space adventure filled with planets, poop, and pandemonium! One boy, one space rocket, one very hungry dinosaur: the ingredients for an explosive space adventure of epic poop-portions! But when Danny realizes he’s forgotten...
Building Rockets
Building Rockets
NOR006
$9.95  
Paperback, Rebecca Rowell, 32 pages, 7 x 8, 9781635173208
Explores the engineering challenges behind building rockets, as well as the creative solutions found to overcome those challenges. Accessible text, vibrant photos, and an engineering activity for readers provide a well-rounded introduction to the engineering process.
Simply Stargazing: Your Guide to the Stars, Moon, and Night Sky
Simply Stargazing: Your Guide to the Stars, Moon, and Night Sky
AVK045
$9.95  
Spiral, Jonathan Poppele, 28 pages, 4.5 x 7.5, 9781591935810
Your Night Sky Companion   To gaze skyward is to be filled with wonder. You might find yourself asking questions like, “Is that bright object a planet or a star? What does the constellation Perseus look like? When’s the next meteor shower?” Find these answers and more in  Simply...
See It with a Small Telescope
See It with a Small Telescope
IPS020
$16.95  
Paperback, Will Kalif, 208 pages, 9.5 x 0.5 x 7 inches, 9781612437569
Have Fun Exploring the Stars with Close-up Views of Space Objects Right from Your Own Backyard Take the mystery and struggle out of discovering new worlds. With hands-on tips, tricks and instructions, this book allows you to unleash the full power of your small telescope and view amazing...
Stars and Planets: Understanding the Universe
Stars and Planets: Understanding the Universe
STL312
$14.95  
Paperback, Giles Sparrow, 320 pages, 5 x 6.5, 9781782742609
Following the ‘Big Bang’, it took the universe billions of years to evolve into the unique system of stars and planets that we know of today. Scientists have studied the planets of our solar system for centuries, and are beginning to understand the billions of stars and other bodies that make up...
Astronomy: A Visual Guide - Revised Edition
Astronomy: A Visual Guide - Revised Edition
DKP087
$22.00  
Hardcover, 352 pages, 8.5 x 10 x 1.6, 9781465473622
Enclosed in a sturdy open-ended box!   An accessible but genuinely comprehensive illustrated handbook of every aspect of astronomy, featuring the latest discoveries and the most recently available images of the universe. Take a tour of the universe, from the 90-mile-wide impact...
Discovering Planets and Moons Discovering Planets and Moons
Discovering Planets and Moons
SIM355
$19.95  
Hardcover, 96 pages, 12 x 10, 9781604338003
With a unique glow-in-the dark tactile book cover that recreates the cratered surface of the moon, DISCOVERING PLANETS AND MOONS is the ultimate guide to the most fascinating features of our solar system. Blast off into outer space with DISCOVERINGS PLANETS AND MOONS! From the icy outer...
Learn, Press-Out & Play: Exploring Space and the Solar System
Learn, Press-Out & Play: Exploring Space and the Solar System
STL318
$8.95  
Paperback, Carolyn Scrace, 48 pages, 8.5 x 11, 9781912537136
Outer space awaits kids in this fun and informative activity book—which comes with 10 easy-to-make press-out models and 150 stickers!    How big is the universe? What is a space station? How can we study space from earth?  With this accessible, engaging, and interactive book, kids can...
Un Dia de Trabajo de Un Astronomo (a Day at Work with an Astronomer)
Un Dia de Trabajo de Un Astronomo (a Day at Work with an Astronomer)
CSP004
$5.56  
Paperback, David Lee, 24 pages, 6 x 9, 9781508147657
Readers will set their eyes to the night sky in this fascinating book about astronomers. This volume is a perfect combination between STEM and career guidance as it introduces readers to the different ways astronomers use science, technology, engineering, and math in their work every day....
Viaje a través de la Via Lactea / A Trip Through the Milky Way
Viaje a través de la Via Lactea / A Trip Through the Milky Way
CSP005
$8.95  
Paperback, Heather Moore Niver, 32 pages, 8 x 8, 9781482424140
When we look up at the night sky you can see millions of stars, but what do you think we could see in space if we left Earth? If we could hop into a special ship and blast off, traveling billions of miles away from Earth, wed see the Milky Way galaxy. In this book, readers take an incredible...
Curious Kids: Stars and Space
Curious Kids: Stars and Space
PGN380
$14.99  
Hardcover, Jonny Marx, 7 x 9, 9781680106541
Space is full of amazing things!   Let's meet some of them in this marvellous book. From   comets   and   asteroids  to   stars ,   solar systems  and   rockets , learn all about the universe with   POP-UPS  on each page. 
Good Night Solar System
Good Night Solar System
PGN376
$9.95  
Board, 20 pages, 6 x 6, 9781602198234
Good Night Solar System explores the Milky Way Galaxy, the Sun, the Moon, all of the planets, including Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto, too. Young readers will see our solar system and its many wonders like never before, all within the colorful pages of...
Good Night Astronauts
Good Night Astronauts
PGN378
$9.95  
Board, 20 pages, 6 x 6, 9781602198401
Good Night Astronauts features space camp, spacesuits, an international space station, rocket ships, space food, gravity, the solar system, stars, the atmosphere, walking on the moon, sleeping in space, science, and more. Put your spacesuit on and prepare to blast off! This enriching and...
The Universe Explained: A Cosmic Q and A
The Universe Explained: A Cosmic Q and A
FFB145
$19.95  
Paperback, Heather Couper & Nigel Henbest, 288 pages, 7 x 10, 9780228100829
Answers to the most popular astronomy questions of today. Over the course of their illustrious work in astronomy, Heather Couper and Nigel Henbest collected hundreds of the most popular astronomy questions that they've been asked. In this book they explain the scientific answers to these...
Destination: Space
Destination: Space
IPS083
$12.95  
Paperback, Dave Williams & Loredana Cunti, 52 pages, 8.5 x 11, 9781773210575
Will humans ever be able to live on other planets? Former NASA astronaut Dr. Dave Williams is the person to ask.  It turns out that Earth is a pretty good place to live. Finding other habitable environments in space is no easy task: temperatures on Mercury are ten times hotter than on Earth;...
Air and Space Origami Kit: Realistic Paper Rockets, Spaceships and More!
Air and Space Origami Kit: Realistic Paper Rockets, Spaceships and More!
IPS078
$14.99  
Paperback, John Szinger, 63 pages, 8 x 8 x 1, 9780804849241
Fly high with realistic paper models of some of the most astonishing aircraft and spacecraft ever designed! The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum hosts seven million visitors annually—a testament to our enduring fascination with flight. Noted origami artist John Szinger has created...
Astronomy For Dummies 4th Edition
Astronomy For Dummies 4th Edition
WIL090
$22.99  
Paperback, Stephen P. Maran, 384 pages, 7.5 x 9, 9781119374244
Your updated guide to exploring 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...
National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky, 2nd Edition
National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky, 2nd Edition
IPS101
$24.99  
Paperback, Andrew Fazekas, 288 pages, 5 x 8, 9781426220159
Explore the star-studded cosmos with this fully updated, user-friendly skywatcher's guide, filled with charts, graphics, photographs, and expert tips for viewing -- and understanding -- the wonders of space. Stargazing's too much fun to leave to astronomers. In these inviting pages, "Night...
The Space Creativity Book
The Space Creativity Book
STL344
$10.00  
Paperback, William Potter, 80 pages, 8.5 x 11, 9781783124640
Budding astronauts and astronomers can r each for the stars with this mind-bogglingly entertaining   Space Creativity Book !   Perfect for every young kid with dreams of space, this out-of-this-world activity book offers puzzles, games, more than 150 stickers, and pullout art paper....
The Universe
The Universe
LPI008
$29.99  
Hardcover, 608 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9781788686365
Let Lonely Planet take you further than ever before with the world’s first and only travel guide to the Universe. Developed with the latest data from NASA, we take you from our home on Earth and out into the far reaches of the solar system, then into our neighbouring stars and planetary systems,...
What We See in the Stars: An Illustrated Tour of the Night Sky
What We See in the Stars: An Illustrated Tour of the Night Sky
PGN268
$16.99  
Hardcover, Kelsey Oseid, 160 pages, 8 x 8, 9780399579530
A richly illustrated guide to the myths, histories, and science of the celestial bodies of our solar system, with stories and information about constellations, planets, comets, the northern lights, and more.  Combining art, mythology, and science,  What We See in the Stars  gives readers a...
Star Finder Book, 3rd edition
Star Finder Book, 3rd edition
STR050
$19.95  
Paperback, David Burch, 76 pages, 8.5 x 11, 9780914025634
A comprehensive book explaining the use of the 2102D star finder, and the many applications it offers in planning navigation. Its numerous examples and diagrams make it a most definitive treatment. In addition to a description of the star finder and its basic use, the book covers: brightness and...
Little Explorers: Exploring Space
Little Explorers: Exploring Space
IPS127
$6.99  
board book, Marine Guion, 10 pages, 7x7.5, 9782898021282
Fasten your seat belt, we're going to explore space! Each page is packed with things to see, surprises hidden under fun flaps and bonus look-and-find activities. Perfect for little explorers!
Star Finder!: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Night Sky
Star Finder!: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Night Sky
DKP094
$16.99  
paperback, DK, 128 pages, 8.6 x 11, 9781465464750
From Orion to the Pleiades and Cassiopeia to Aries, this simple guide to star-hopping will takes kids on an exciting journey around the night sky's most famous constellations. Budding astronomers will love this stunning, new approach to stargazing, featuring step-by-step guides to identifying...
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