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This second edition of Find the Constellation contains star charts, a guide to the constellations, and details about seasons and the movement of the objects we see in the sky with planetary and solar system information in the latter part of the book. Facts and figures for each planet have been revised, and new scientific information has been added, such as Pluto's reclassification as a dwarf planet.

Presents an introduction to the stars, describing their different types, how they are formed and become extinct, and how they have been studied throughout history.

An illustrated introduction to stars that explains where stars come from, the different types of stars, how stars are studied, and related topics.

Each night, millions of stars light up the dark skies. Galaxies throughout the universe encompass thousands of stars. The appearance of stars in the sky have intrigued and enthralled humans since ancient time. From constellations to the big bang theory, Stars and Galaxies explores the complex world of astronomy and scientific discovery.

Introduces stars and what they are made of, how they shine, their positions with relation to earth, and more.

Two siblings going to bed describe what stars really are--giant balls of hot, dense gas millions of miles from the Earth--in a book that examines constellations, atmospheric turbulence, and black holes.

A simple guide to the location and recognition of stars and constellations presents the constellations in shapes that correspond sensibly to their names.

"Ancient people from many different cultures all looked up and imagined pictures in the sky by "drawing" a line from one star to another, like a connect-the-dots puzzle. These star pictures--constellations--represented myths and legends from the various cultures that still fascinate us today. Author Stephanie Sabol relates many of the most popular constellation stories and explains what stars actually are: how they formed, why they die, and how they're...

"Descubra el sol y otras estrellas, a través de textos cautivantes, fotografías vibrantes e infografías poderosas"-- Provided by publisher.

"Did you know that comets are sometimes called "hairy stars?" Or that if you saw a sunset on the moon, the sun would look white because the moon doesn't have an atmosphere? You'll learn this and much more as you become an expert on the objects in the sky"--Publisher.