Astronomy for Young and Old: A Beginner's Guide to the Visible Sky

Astronomy, especially naked-eye astronomy, is a wonderful way for children and young people to engage with the...
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Author: Walter Kraul
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Language: English
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Astronomy for Young and Old: A Beginner's Guide to the Visible Sky by Kraul, Walter

Astronomy for Young and Old: A Beginner's Guide to the Visible Sky

CHF 34.25

Astronomy for Young and Old: A Beginner's Guide to the Visible Sky

CHF 34.25
Author: Walter Kraul
Format: Paperback
Language: English

Astronomy, especially naked-eye astronomy, is a wonderful way for children and young people to engage with the world and universe around them. Many children quickly become fascinated with stars, planets and comets, learning skills that also help them develop generally.

This book is a perfect introduction to astronomy for any child, whether or not they have a telescope. It explains the visible constellations and then explores the sun, moon, planets, comets and meteorites. Color illustrations and diagrams at every stage help children relate what they are reading to what they can see in the sky.

Suitable for budding astronomers in both the northern and southern hemispheres, and in polar, temperate or tropical latitudes (i.e., everywhere), this is an ideal introduction the wonders of stargazing.



Author: Walter Kraul
Publisher: Floris Books
Published: 05/15/2014
Pages: 164
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 8.90h x 8.30w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781782500469
Audience: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 08/15/2014
School Library Journal 09/01/2014 pg. 170

About the Author
Walter Kraul taught maths and physics at the Rudolf Steiner School in Munich, Germany. He runs a specialist toy company, Spielzeug Kraul.

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