Sky science

Did you know that light takes eight minutes to travel from the Sun to Earth? This title introduces the Sun, our star, its relationship to other stars, its solar system, and the effects it has on Earth.

Examines air pollution and the human impact on the environment.

Describes different kinds of storms, explains how they form, and discusses how they are studied.

An introduction to clouds, using photographs, diagrams, and experiments to discuss the study of clouds, how they form, their classification and types, storm clouds, pollution, and the role of clouds in protecting Earth. Includes a profile of atmospheric scientist Dr. Anthony DelGenio.

Examines the glowing colors as they change shape, fade and then brighten the night sky.

Describes the science of rainbows, different kinds of rainbows, technologies used to study the sky, rainbow folklore and proverbs, and the rainbow discoveries of Ren? Descartes, and includes a hands-on exploration.