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Provides young learners with simple astronomy experiments they can perform in their backyards, such as making a pinhole sun gazing contraption, an astrolabe, and a simple rocket out of a balloon. Includes color images, a simple astronomy quiz, a glossary, sources for further information, and an index.
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Kids learn how space acts as a heat shield, what causes Saturns rings, why both Earth and Mars have cold poles, how to make a star projector, and why the moon shines. They will also determine and demonstrate how the thickness of the atmosphere affects how light is bent, how to simulate solar and lunar eclipses, and how to aim a spacecraft to the moon. Featuring color illustrations and safe, simple step-by-step instructions, Janice VanCleave again...
8) Astronomy
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Provides an introduction to astronomy, with information about the solar system, constellations, and comets, as well as instructions for related projects.
12) Janice VanCleave's A+ projects in astronomy: winning experiments for science fairs and extra credit
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Contains instructions for a wide range of experiments relating to astronomy which children can do with equipment which can be easily obtained.