Provides an in-depth, comprehensive look at the universe with a unique integration of words and pictures. Topics covered include: black holes, galaxies, the solar system, asteroids, meteors, meterorites, stars, quasars and more. Features an accompanying clip-art CD and wall chart.

"This picture book showcases the unique beauty of our one-and-only universe--its galaxies, stars, and planets--as well as our one-and-only Earth, and the precious life it contains"--

"Strap in for a rip-roaring ride through the history of the universe, starting with the Big Bang, and bringing us right up to present day. What was the universe like when it was a few seconds old? How had it changed by its millionth birthday? And when did time even start, for that matter?! The story of the last 13.8 billion years in one handy volume, you can read about the start of stars, the growth of galaxies and the production of planets. Plus,...

"Meet Carl Sagan, known for his research on extraterrestrial life! Follow Sagan's story as he theorizes on the temperature of Venus's surface, works with NASA to build the Mariner 2, Viking I, and Viking II probes, and creates the popular PBS program Cosmos. Infographics, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts. Aligned to Common...

"A thoroughly whimsical and completely scientific guide to the beginning of everything - from the Big Bang to the first stars!" --

Ancient civilizations imagined space as campfires or rivers of light. Today, we imagine spaceships and warp drives and aliens. But what about tomorrow? Would you ride an elevator up into space? In Reaching for the Stars: Imagining Space, you'll explore the amazing facts about past societies' views on space, how science has taken us to where we are today, and where we could possibly go in the future! Reaching for the Stars covers the coolest space...

A guide to some of the most extraordinary places, objects and sights in the cosmos, from the amazing worlds of our solar 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.

"An introduction to unusual objects and phenomena in the universe. Includes diagrams, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.

"Questions about the universe are as popular as they are daunting to answer. Let this book help satiate young readers curiosity about outer space and the universe by answering this important question! Each page is written with accessible, age-appropriate language and paired with visual aids--including tons of photography from NASA--that bring the text to life. Fact boxes with "Out of this World!" tidbits add interest throughout the work, while graphic...

Space is all around us, but how much do we know? Where do we even begin? Space Kids is the building block upon which children can learn about our universe. Covering topics such as stars, planets, moons and rockets as well as the basics of gravity and how astronauts eat and sleep in space, Space Kids moves through complex ideas with an accessibly fresh and original style.