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1) Universe
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Become an eyewitness to outer space and beyond in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the universe. Children will [see] how past, present, and future space exploration has helped our understanding of the Sun, our Solar System, rocky planets, gas giants, and explosive stars. This ... guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into far-off galaxies and out-of-this-world objects captured by powerful space telescopes....
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Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 5
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Description
"From the basics of physics to big questions about the nature of space and time, celebrated astrophysicist and science communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson breaks down the mysteries of the cosmos into bite-sized pieces. Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry describes the fundamental rules and unknowns of our universe clearly--and with Tyson's characteristic wit, there's a lot of fun thrown in, too.This adaptation by Gregory Mone includes full-color...
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2020.
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A guide to some of the most extraordinary places, objects and sights in the cosmos, from the amazing worlds of our olar system to distant galaxies and glowing nebulae--and almost everything in between. Includes 100 objects from throughout the universe, arranged from closest to our planet to farthest away. Discover the best-kept secrets of space.
4) Planetarium
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Showcases dozens of full-color space images in a gallery format, complemented by scientific information and brief descriptions.
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The updated and expanded edition of the hit Space Encyclopedia presents the most up-to-date findings on space exploration and research and breathtaking views of the universe, as captured by the latest and greatest technology, including the recent first ever image of a black hole.
6) The universe
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
The Universe explores the science of what we see in the night sky. Kids will learn about the life cycle of a star, find out how our universe was created, explore nebulae, galaxies, black holes, giant stars and more. Engaging photos, exciting graphics, and a fun quiz at the end of each book will keep them learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO....
7) The universe
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Series
Pub. Date
2001
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Provides information about the universe discussing such topics as the Milky Way, galaxies, black holes, and superclusters.
9) The Universe
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Laminated pages and transparent overlays introduce the sun, moon, planets, and stars of the universe.
10) The big bang
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Series
Pub. Date
c2006
Description
Explains how scientists' observations of the stars led to the development of the big bang theory, a theory of how our universe was formed.
11) The universe
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Examines the origin, structure, and workings of the universe, including galaxies, stars, dark matter, light years, black holes, and other aspects, and describes space exploration from ancient astronomy to modern probes.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Description
Introduces the big bang theory, describing how the universe began and how elementary particles combined to form our solar system and eventually Earth's simplest organisms, which in turn evolved to becomes complex forms of life and human beings.
17) Universe
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Series
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
"Children will find out about the universe, our solar system, observations of the starry skies, and the mind-blowing wonders of outer space. rom the birth of stars to the mysteries of black holes, the Universe has been constantly studied to understand how it works. Learn about icy planets and explosive stars, far-off galaxies that powerful telescopes looking deep into space have captured, observatories and astronomy, and whole new worlds discovered...