"This book uses maps, full color photographs, and easy-to-read text to introduce the state of Utah"--

Identifies the moon as our only natural satellite, describes its movement and phases, and discusses how we have observed and explored it over the years.

This illuminating volume carefully breaks down the features of the Milky Way galaxy. It explains such characteristics as size, shape, and age; examines planets, stars, and star clusters; and delves into such concepts as black holes and dark matter.

The South Pole is cold, but there's more to it than that! This book presents the cartography and earth science of this polar region to young readers in an engaging yet informative way. Several spreads are dedicated to the fascinating history of the brave explorers of this icy landscape, a part of history that is sure to impress all elementary readers! The colorful, easily understood maps and vivid photographs of the South Pole will expand reader's...

"In this wacky true tale of American ingenuity, Annie Miller took to raising pigs in the yard after losing all but her mansion, but when the town wanted the pigs out, she removed the whole mansion instead--rolling it away slowly on logs"--

This simple guide to the sun and stars covers the fundamentals of astronomy, detailing how the heavenly bodies affect one another and how they ultimately affect us.

"The kids in this book are all doing some shopping. And all of them need math to plan and complete their purchases. Join the fun as these kids discover that math is everywhere!"--

The sun relates key facts about itself, including its formation over four billion years ago, the sun's position in the solar system, what it is made of, and why the sun is so important to the plants, animals, and people inhabiting the Earth.

"Teach children about the real science behind the stars using one of the most iconic and recognized childhood classics, "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star". Written by an expert in astrophysics, this book is the perfect primer for learning exactly what those twinkling little stars are doing way up high in the sky. Each stanza explains what stars are made of and their relationship to the earth in an easy-to-understand way."--

This book provides insight into the scientific aspects of constellations as star maps and navigation tools, as well as more fanciful interpretations, including a discussion of the zodiac.