eclipses

Nestor Lopez isn't your typical kid. He has a psychic ability to talk to animals. When Nestor and his mother move in with his grandmother, he's pulled into a mystery involving a shapeshifting witch whose power grows during a solar eclipse. With the next eclipse fast approaching, Nestor must hurry to save the new town he calls home.

Young readers will learn about shadow facts.

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.

"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"--.

"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.

"Solar and lunar eclipses have been a source of fascination since ancient times. Early cultures created myths to explain what was happening, ranging from animals eating the celestial bodies to the sun leaving the sky in anger. Today, thanks to advancements in science, we understand the principles behind these astronomical events. However, this understanding has not diminished our awe and fascination. Through engaging, age-appropriate text, augmented by informative sidebars and detailed graphic organizers, this volume introduces readers to the science behind solar and lunar eclipses"--Provided by publisher.

"A Cuban-American boy must use his ability to communicate with animals to save the inhabitants of his town when they are threatened by a witch that transforms into animals"--OCLC.

Early fluent readers will explore different kinds of eclipses while learning the science behind these amazing sights.

An eclipse occurs when one celestial body, such as a moon or planet, moves into the shadow of another celestial body, or when one celestial body passes between two celestial bodies. This book explains the different types of eclipses, why eclipses are important astronomical phenomena to study, and the scientific history of studying eclipses. A graphic organizer presents information and helps readers understand complex topics, while primary sources in the form of historic images grab the readers' attention.

"This book teaches readers about what solar and lunar eclipses are, what causes them, and how often people around the Earth can witness them with their own eyes"--Provided by publisher.