The Science Behind Wonders of the Sky: Auroras, Moonbows, and St. Elmo's Fire

by Allan Morey

Overview

There are many amazing sights to be seen in the sky. In the daytime there may be unusual cloud formations, rainbows and moonbows. At night you might see a comet, meteorites, or the Aurora Borealis. The Science Behind Wonders in the Sky looks at some of these phenomena, explaining how and why they occur.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781515707776
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2016
Series:	Science Behind Natural Phenomena Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.31(d)
Lexile:	830L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Some of Allan Morey's favorite childhood memories are from the time he spent on a farm in Wisconsin. Everyday he saw cows, chickens, and sheep. He even had a pet pig named Pete. He developed a great appreciation of animals, big and small. Allan currently lives in St Paul with his family and dog, Ty, who keeps him company while he writes children's books.

Table of Contents

Our Great Big Sky 4

Auroras 6

Moonbows 10

Comets 12

Meteorotds, Meteors, and Meteor Showers 16

Cloud Formations 18

Thunder and Lightning 24

St. Elmo's Fire 28

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Critical Thinking Using the Common Core 32

Index 32

Interviews

Fun, engaging text for young readers; simple explanations of scientific processes; fascinating facts; diagrams; large color photos; glossary; index

Editorial Reviews

Covering the known to the unknown, this series explains natural phenomena in the sky and water with simple clarity. Both scientific and legendary information are presented, making each book eminently readable. . . .Best of all is the sense of wonder that pervades the exploration of these varied phenomena. Children who observe and wonder what goes on in the night sky and underwater will find answers to many of their questions here, as well as encouragement for further study.

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