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"The International Astronomical Union divided the celestial sphere into today's 88 official constellations. Prior to this, the list of 48 constellations by the ancient Greek astronomer, Ptolemy, was still the most conclusive description of constellations. Learn more in Constellations, one of the titles in the All About Space Science series. This series examines the history and science of space exploration. It also delves into the careers and technological...
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"This book explores the sun as our nearest star, different types of stars and constellations. It covers what stars are, where they come from, what makes them shine, what people thought of them in the past, and how we study stars today. A fun activity is provided along with advice on viewing stars. Beautiful photographs and simple text help to engage readers and aid their understanding"--Provided by publisher.
10) Constellations
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" . . . early fluent readers will explore the science behind stars and their patterns, as well as the history behind their mapping"--Provided by publisher.
11) Constellations
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A brief introduction to many of the constellations that can been seen in the night sky.
12) Constellations
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This program surveys some of the 88 official constellations, from Orion, to the North Star, to the little-known 13th zodiac sign.
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Provides a look at the constellations in outer space, discussing who discovered them, how they have been used through history, and what we can learn from studying them. Also discusses the role of the International Astronomical Union (IAU). Includes fact boxes, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.
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"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...
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Presents a guide to the stars, providing information about movements in the sky, the North Star, constellations, the zodiac, the Milky Way band, and wandering and shooting stars, and featuring star charts that show stars in the north and south, as well as how the night sky looks in different seasons.
20) Constellations
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In 1980s Troy, New York, nonbinary teenager Claire's stint in court-ordered rehab may be exactly what they need to unpack all the bad they have experienced--if they can stay sober in a world seemingly never made for them.