Discovery: Astronomy

Summary

Discovery
Discovery: Astronomy

Practical guide to all the things that can be seen in the night sky
Advice on using and buying binoculars and telescopes
Seasonal star maps and glossary
Internet links to exciting websites
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On a clear night, thousands of stars can be seen in the sky - but they are just a tiny part of what’s out in space. This book shows young readers how to discover some of the amazing things that are out there, many of which can be seen with just a pair of binoculars or a small telescope.

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Key Stage: KS2 S/E; Age 7+ (info)

Hardback:
ISBN: 9780746099087
48 pages
250 x 190mm

Author/Editor: Rachel Firth

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Astronomy
It's really good because it tells you what type of equipment to use and it tells you all about our solar system and the planets and you can see what we're doing in space as well.
Rebecca Perks, 27th June 2010

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