Stargazers

<b>After the sun sets on clear nights points of light begin to appear in the sky.&#160; But when we look up at the night sky what are we seeing? </b> <br><br>Basic facts about the stars as well as how we look at and learn about them are introduced through simple text and bold illustrations.&#160; From ancient names for constellations to modern innovations in telescope technology this book covers a broad range of ideas without overwhelming the reader.&#160; It introduces and reinforces important vocabulary for the aspiring astronomer explaining everything in clear simple phrases.&#160; <br><br>Nonfiction master Gail Gibbons has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children&#146;s writer-illustrator according to <i>The Washington Post.</i> <br><br>This book includes a brief timeline of major advances in astronomy written in concise kid-friendly language and a wealth of fun facts and trivia about the stars.