Astronomical!: An Awesome Encounter with the Wonders of the Universe

by DK

Overview

An awesome encounter with the wonders of the Universe.

Behold a cosmic treasure trove of spectacular photographs that captures space as you've never seen it before in this space book for children aged 9+.

Mind-blowing new images made possible by the latest technology can now take us to the heart of the Universe–from swirling dust devils on Mars, to emerging stars in nebulas, supermassive storms on Jupiter, as well as galaxies, comets, asteroids, and much more.

This space book for children offers:

• Fast facts and amazing stats that highlight the mind-blowing wonders of the Solar System and the Universe.
• A collection of spectacular images captured by the latest space telescope, the James Webb, as well as mesmerizing images from Hubble and other spacecraft.
• Content endorsed and authenticated by Smithsonian.

Astronomical! is the perfect gift to inspire young stargazers and astronomers. Every double page features a magnificent celestial body alongside fascinating and informative text that brings to life the wonder of outer space. Additional facts and comparisons provide readers with key information at a glance.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780593964545
Publisher:	DK
Publication date:	04/15/2025
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	9.56(w) x 11.38(h) x 0.67(d)
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

About the Author

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

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Editorial Reviews

3/14/2025

Gr 3–8—A fascinating and jam-packed compendium of space photos, infographics, and out-of-this-world facts. Divided into two parts, one focusing on our Solar System and the other on Deep Space, this design-rich volume explores what is already known about the planets, moons, stars, and phenomena. It also details the past and present expeditions that have been launched to gather more information about the unknown, including photos of Venus's surface and Mercury's magnetic field. Earth is the point of comparison here—Jupiter's year equals 4,332 Earth days, and if all the ice from Mars's surface melted, it would cover Earth in an ocean 115 feet deep. This book is very design- and image-heavy, with most of the illustrations set against a dark background. The second half of the book focuses on subjects not often covered in youth space titles, such as colliding galaxies, and the mysteries of black holes. Back matter includes a glossary and index. VERDICT This is a browser's delight, and readers who can't get enough of space will gravitate to it.—Shelley M. Diaz

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