Title: Exploring the World of Astronomy: From the Center of the Sun to the Edge of the Universe (Exploring (New Leaf Press))
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing
Publication Date: 2013
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0890517878
ISBN 13: 9780890517871
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New

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From the rugged surface of the moon to the distant and mysterious constellations, this book provides you an exciting, educational, and edifying tour! Learn about a blue moon, the 400-year storm on Jupiter, and what is meant by “the zone of life.” Discussion ideas, questions, and research opportunities help expand this great resource on observational astronomy into an unforgettable educational resource!

Discover how to locate constellations like those near Orion the Hunter from season to season throughout the year
Find out how to use the Sea of Crises as your guidepost for further explorations on the moon’s surface
Further investigate deep sky wonders, extra solar planets, and beyond as the glorious vista of creation comes alive!

Exploring the World of Astronomy will help you reach deep into space with this God-honoring title, a part of the best-selling Exploring Series. Find helpful graphs and charts, an “Explore More” section, chapter review tests, and a helpful index.

About the Author

John Hudson Tiner received five National Science Foundation teaching fellowships during his 12 years as a teacher of mathematics and science that allowed him to study graduate chemistry, astronomy, and mathematics. He also worked as a mathematician and cartographer for the Defense Mapping Agency, Aerospace Center in St. Louis, MO.

Tiner has received numerous honors for his writing, including the Missouri Writer’s Guild award for best juvenile book for Exploring the World of Chemistry. He and his wife, Jeanene, live in Missouri.

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