observers' manuals

Introduces the basics of astronomy through a variety of projects, including a model of a lunar eclipse and a chart of a comet's path.

An introduction to the sky for those with little knowledge of astronomy.

Describes the composition and behavior of stars and notes which ones can be seen at different times of the year.

Star maps of the constellations with accompanying pictures of the characters and creatures the ancients imagined in the star groups and a brief story on each. The constellations glow in the dark.

An introductory stargazing manual including information and projects on the zodiac, moon, time, solar system, and finding directions and location using the stars.

A field guide to the night sky, explaining through text and maps how to locate and identify stars, planets, meteors, comets, and constellations.

Presents an overview of modern astronomy, and provides a selection of increasingly detailed star maps, featuring seasonal maps of the entire sky, monthly star maps, and maps of key constellations. Includes photographs, explanatory text, and a planisphere for locating stars.

A guide to skywatching, offering advice on choosing and using binoculars, telescopes, and other accessories; providing information about the moon, stars, planets, comets, aurorae, asteroids, and nebulae; and including drawings, photographs, sky charts, and maps.

A basic field guide for beginning observers of the solar system, introducing information on the locations and characteristics of the planets, sun, comets, meteors, and other objects in our solar system.

A basic field guide for beginning observers of the night sky, introducing information on the locations, names, and characteristics of stars, constellations, and other bodies in outer space.