constellations

Contains a series of sky pictures, each of which features a constellation printed in glow-in-the-dark ink; provides information about each star pattern; and includes tips on how to find constellations in the night sky.

Presents facts about stars, nebulas, galaxies, and constellations and recounts the Greek myths that provided widely-known names for ten constellations, from Andromeda to Pegasus.

Introduces the constellation Pegasus to young readers and discusses the myths it is named after.

Retells the Roman mythology constellation story about Orion.

Provides an introduction to stars, and explains what they are made of, along with their shapes and colors. Also describes constellations, and includes activity.

"Learn about the history of constellations in different cultures and how astronomers use constellations today."--Back cover.

This engaging book tells kids about the different kinds of stars, what stars are made of, and basic facts about constellations.

An introduction to constellations that explains what the constellations are, how they were deciphered in ancient times, how the sky was mapped out, what the signs of the Zodiac are, and why people study them.

Describes stars and constellations seen in the night sky throughout the year, and explains how to identify them.