What do you see when you look up into the night sky? Have you ever wondered what the stars mean, how they’re connected, or what each constellation is actually called? This novel approach to stargazing features step-by-step guides to identifying the key constellations across the Northern Hemisphere, and might be exactly the book for curious minds wondering exactly that. Little stargazers will enjoy paging through this awe-inspiring astronomy book, learning all about constellations, their forms, shapes, and the stories behind them, alongside star-spotting and planet-spotting guidance. Sprinkled with stardust on every page, budding stargazers aged 9 and over can explore a glow-in-the-dark night-sky viewer included with the book, learn how to follow pathfinder stars to locate constellations, and study crystal-clear diagrams, illustrations, and easy-to-read maps, plus fact panels explaining constellations and space science. The final spread of each chapter shows all the stars in the sky with constellations left unmarked, so readers can practise star-hopping for themselves, alongside profiles of galaxies and nebulae in the night sky. Packed with high-quality imagery, constellation maps, and tips for spotting stars and patterns, StarFinder for Beginners keeps young readers enthralled, engaged, and inspired, with striking pictures of the night sky throughout. An innovative step-by-step approach to learning the key features of the night sky, paired with a compelling, easy-to-understand graphic style, makes this the beginning of a keen interest in astronomy. The guide also covers planets, nebula-spotting, the Milky Way, shooting stars, and more, with crystal-clear instructions for recognising constellations one by one, pronunciation aids for tricky constellation names, and practice star maps for every season – a must-have volume for budding astronomers aged 9 and up who want to navigate the night sky with ease.
ISBN 13: 9780241286838
Author: Maggie Aderin-Pocock
