sun

For hundreds and hundreds of years different gods take turns being the Sun, with unsatisfactory results, until Nanautzin takes the position permanently.

Presents information about the Sun, including its size, what it is made of, its importance to life on Earth, and the fact that it shines even when parts of the Earth are turned away from it.

An illustrated presentation of facts about the sun containing interactive features such as flip- and pull-tabs, wheels, and transparent overlays.

Provides a broad understanding of the sun and shows why it is so important to us. Set in Space Camp, includes NASA footage, animations and hands-on activities.

Classroom demonstrations, animation, and live-action footage illustrate the interactions of the sun, the earth, and its satellite (the moon). Students will find out about the relative sizes of the earth, sun, and moon, the difference between rotation and revolution, and the importance of gravity.

Provides information about the sun, looking at what scientists believe about its origins, and discussing its rotation, the source of its heat, the cause of a solar eclipse, and sun safety.

Describes the characteristics of the sun, including its origins, composition, and surface features, and its importance to life on Earth.

Provides information about the sun through a collection of facts, experiments, projects, illustrations, and stories and legends.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Despairing because the air has become so filthy that it blocks the sun's rays, the richest man in the world decides to use his money to build a tower so that his grandson can experience the sun as it once was.