Eclipses

Eclipses

by Nick Hunter
Eclipses

Eclipses

by Nick Hunter

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Overview

This book looks at solar and lunar eclipses, providing background information about the Sun, the Moon and our planet. The book covers what an eclipse is, what eclipses can look like, how they happen, the effects on wildlife, what people thought of eclipses in the past, how they are studied today, and about eclipses on other planets. A fun activity is provided along with advice on viewing eclipses. Beautiful photographs and simple text help to engage readers and aid their understanding.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781432975203
Publisher: Capstone
Publication date: 07/01/2013
Series: The Night Sky: and Other Amazing Sights in Space
Pages: 32
Sales rank: 136,985
Product dimensions: 7.50(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.90(d)
Lexile: 570L (what's this?)
Age Range: 6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Nick Hunter has written more than 30 books for young people. He has a degree in Modern History and specializes in writing about history and social studies. Nick enjoys all aspects of pop culture, particularly music from the 1950s to the present day. Before becoming an author, Nick worked in educational publishing for many years. He lives in Oxford, UK with his wife and two sons.

Table of Contents

Out of This World 4

Day and Night 6

Earth, Sun, and Moon 8

Solar Eclipse 10

Total Eclipse 12

How Do Solar Eclipses Happen? 14

Animals and Eclipses 16

Eclipse of the Moon 18

Exploring Eclipses 20

Across the Solar System 22

Eclipses in the Past 24

See for Yourself 26

Model an Eclipse 28

Glossary 30

Find Out More 31

Index 32

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