Presents an introduction to the stars, describing their different types, how they are formed and become extinct, and how they have been studied throughout history.

Star light, star bright! This amazing guide has information on all the stars you'll see tonight, as well as some that you can't! Readers will learn how stars are born, shine, and die and why they're different colors. They'll also learn about particular stars such as Betelgeuse and Sirius, other star systems, and the constellations. Full-color diagrams and photographs draw young stargazers in, and fascinating facts will explain complex astronomy topics...

Stars give off light in space. Some stars are forming, and others are dying. Explore the Stars reveals the amazing details of stars. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject.

"There's much more to stars than meets the eye! Come along with science expert Velma and the other members of the Mystery Inc. gang and learn what constellations you can spot, how stars form, and how stars can die in huge explosions."-- back cover.

Introduces the stars, describing how they appear in the night sky, form constellations, and make up galaxies.

"Why do the sun, moon, and stars move across the sky? Why is the sun the only star we see during the day? A class of curious first-graders makes observations and looks for patterns in the sky"--

"In Constellations, early fluent readers will explore the science behind stars and their patterns, as well as the history behind their mapping. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they explore outer space and constellations. An infographic, sidebars, and an activity offer kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about stars and constellations using our safe search engine that provides...

A simple look at stars--what they are, where they are located, how we see them.

"Many young learners are astonished to discover that the sun is a star. As the sole star of our solar system, all life on Earth depends on the sun. The most amazing and engrossing facts about the sun are found in this stellar volume, including its structure, temperature, age, and more. Readers will also learn about the twinkling lights they see in the night sky-other stars light-years away! This motivating book, with its incredible images, is a must...

Introduces the stars, describing how they are born, their different types, and how they change during their life span.