solar eclipses

Did you know that people can see both solar and lunar eclipses? It is dangerous to look directly at a solar eclipse. Learn about these space events in Eclipses, part of the Deep in Space series.

"British astronomer Arthur Stanley Eddington photographed the 1919 solar eclipse to prove Einstein's theory of general relativity by demonstrating that the sun's gravity could pull and bend light"--Provided by publisher.

"Just in time for the third North American total solar eclipse of the twenty-first century, this book explains how to safely observe solar eclipses, how long eclipses last, and why they result in a blackout period during the day. Young armchair astronomers and astronauts will be inspired by the wonders of outer space and what exists beyond our atmosphere as they learn more about the moon, the sun, and our earth. What really happens during a solar eclipse and how does it affect the energy in our atmosphere? You'll find the most up-to-date eclipse information in this exciting new book"--.

"This book contains a short rhyme designed to help readers understand and remember what they'll experience when viewing an eclipse"--Provided by publisher.

Astronomer Tyler Nordgren illustrates how solar eclipses are the key to understanding the workings of our cosmos, and how Einstein's theory of relativity continues to help physicists measure the world.

"The year 2024 is set to have multiple solar and lunar eclipses. But what do you know about eclipses? With engaging diagrams and photos, readers will learn all about eclipses in an approachable way"--Provided by publisher.

"Sky gazers experience a total solar eclipse in this descriptive picture book about the wonders of this phenomenon"--Provided by publisher.

". . . this book explains how to safely observe solar eclipses, how long eclipses last, and why they result in a blackout period during the day"--Provided by publisher.

"After hearing about the total solar eclipse happening in two months, a boy makes a plan with his father to go see it. They drive to the perfect campsite, not wanting to miss the couple of minutes when the sun will be completely hidden by the moon. When the moment happens, being together makes it even more special. Based on a trip that author-illustrator Andy Rash took with his son to see the eclipse in August 2017"--Provided by publisher.

"British astronomer Arthur Stanley Eddington photographed the 1919 solar eclipse to prove Einstein's theory of general relativity by demonstrating that the sun's gravity could pull and bend light"--Provided by publisher.