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3) Cosmos
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This book is about science in its broadest human context, how science and civilization grew up together. It is the story of our long journey of discovery and the forces and individuals who helped to shape modern science, including Democritus, Hypatia, Kepler, Newton, Huygens, Champollion, Lowell and Humason. The book also explores spacecraft missions of discovery of the nearby planets, the research in the Library of ancient Alexandria, the human...
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For science geeks, space and physics nerds, and all who want to understand their place in the universe, this enlightening new book from Neil deGrasse Tyson offers a unique take on the mysteries and curiosities of the cosmos, building on rich material from his beloved StarTalk podcast.
In these illuminating pages, illustrated with dazzling photos and revealing graphics, Tyson and co-author James Trefil, a renowned physicist and science popularizer,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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"... During a visit to a space museum, Fly Guy and Buzz learn all about planets, space crafts, space suits, and even dirty snowballs (i.e. comets!)! With straightforward fun facts, humorous illustrations of Fly Guy and Buzz, and vivid photographs throughout, this book is sure to be a hit with budding astronauts everywhere!"--
14) Astronomy
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Looks at the history of astronomy, identitifes important astronomers, and summarizes what is known about the Sun, Moon, planets, and stars.
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[2002]
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"The Astronomy Encyclopedia is an interstellar tour led by the acclaimed Sir Patrick Moore, England's ambassador to the night sky. In more than 3000 alphabetically organized articles and over 600 photographs, star maps and explanatory diagrams, it covers everything and everyone from the American Association of Variable Star Observers to zodiacal light." "The articles provide authoritative yet accessible information on subjects such as our Galaxy,...
16) Black holes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Discusses how we know about black holes, how they affect matter around them, and what would happen if you got inside one.
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c1994
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Astronaut Sally Ride examines how the earth is studied from space, its critical relationship with the other planets in the solar system, and some of the earth's features, including climate, orbits, atmosphere, and light.