astronomical observatories

Did you know that stars last for billions of years? Some stars shrink and turn white when they are very old. Find out more in this book.

" . . . combines the . . . travels of . . . astronomer Emily Levesque with the misunderstood antics of a scrappy (and shrinking) crew of scientists working with stars and telescopes. She dissects both the romance and the real human curiosity that is so important to our exploration of space. Amidst the lonely quiet of stargazing to wild bears loose in the observatory, these love stories of astronomy show how scientists are going beyond the machines to infuse important creativity and intimate passion into the stars, inspiring future generations to peer skyward in pursuit of the universe's secrets"--Provided by publisher.

"With a focus on STEM and late-breaking information, this book delves deep into the Hubble Space Telescope! Readers will [learn about] . . . the Hubble Space Telescope and the trove of data about space that it provides"--Provided by publisher.

An illustrated introduction to a career as an astronomer, with examples of activities outside the laboratory.

A book for young readers about eclipses.

An illustrated introduction to the history and science of astronomy.

"Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a space observatory director. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, and daily job tasks related to this career, in the framework of the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) movement. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included."--Provided by publisher.

"Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a space observatory director. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, and daily job tasks related to this career, in the framework of the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) movement. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included."--.

An illustrated introduction to a career as an astronomer, with examples of activities outside the laboratory.

Presents over three hundred-fifty photographs and drawings of some of the great observatories of the world including those in Hawaii and New Mexico, and examines the history and location of each facility, plans for future observatories, and the technology involved in their development.