Welcome to Planetarium. This museum is open all hours. It will take you on an incredible journey through the Solar System and beyond, towards the most distant objects in space. So how big is the Universe? How did it start and when will it end? What exactly is a black hole? And are we really alone in the Universe? With specially written text for younger readers, step inside to explore the …
They twinkle in the night sky, but what exactly are stars? Which one’s the nearest? Can humans visit a star? Curious little children can lift over 30 flaps to find the answers to these questions and many more in this delightful introduction to stars and the night sky, with simple explanations and gorgeous illustrations on every page.
Did you know that the sun takes 240 million years to make one orbit around the Milky Way? Or that astronauts learn what it feels like in space by training underwater? Find out why! Perfect for all young Earthlings who want a highly visual STEM book to increase their space know-how, DK findout! Universe is sure to inspire the next amazing science fair project or school report. Inside, author …
The quickest possible way to learn about the night sky, from the constellation to cosmology
Did you know that the electrical energy in a single mosquito is enough to cause a global mass extinction?
Too often, textbooks obscure the beauty and wonder of outer space with tedious discourse that even Galileo would oppose. Astronomy 101 cuts out the boring details and lengthy explanations, and instead, gives you a lesson in astronomy that keeps you engaged as you discover what's hidden beyond our starry sky. From the Big Bang and nebulae to the Milky Way and Sir Isaac Newton, this celestial …