Astronomy For Children

With a focus on STEM and late-breaking information, this book delves deep into the Hubble Space Telescope! How do scientists use the device? What are some of the recent discoveries we have made? Listeners will be fascinated by the Hubble Space Telescope and the trove of data about space that it provides.

Blast off with SpaceX, the company that builds and launches rockets and spacecraft. Up-to-date information and fact-filled sidebars help readers explore the world's most exciting space-travel company while learning about related STEM topics.

Black holes are one of the greatest mysteries of outer space. No visible light can escape the strong gravity of a black hole. This makes black holes invisible - and very difficult to study. But scientists make new discoveries and develop new theories about these mysterious objects every day. In 2015, astronomers were able to finally confirm a theory that Einstein had developed 100 years earlier! And in 2016, scientists found that black holes may form in a different way than they ever thought possible.

Learn about our solar system! Swift Walker loved to walk fast. His sister warned him, "One day, you'll walk so fast you won't be able to stop!" His speedy legs took him to see all the oceans of the world, and now his "superpowers" are taking him to a whole new level. Join Swift on an adventure to all the planets in our solar system. Swift Walker: A Space Adventure introduces kids to real facts about our solar system with a fun character they can relate to.

„Der Mond und seine Magie“ nimmt junge Leser mit auf eine spannende Reise, um eines der faszinierendsten Objekte am Nachthimmel zu erkunden – den Mond!

Étoiles et constellations : Un ciel rempli d’histoires invite les jeunes lecteurs à explorer les merveilles du ciel nocturne. Avec des explications simples, les enfants apprendront à reconnaître des constellations célèbres comme Orion, le Lion, le Taureau, Cassiopée, le Scorpion, les Poissons, et bien d’autres encore.

Kids love asking big questions about space: How hot is the Sun? What are planets made of? What do astronauts see in space? Their questions won’t stop there — and they don’t have to. Our Solar System for Kids 8–12 turns every “why” and “how” into a moment of discovery. Your child will feel like a brave explorer as they learn real science through storytelling.

Listen and relive the exciting tales from Highlights, now on audio! Learn how the Horsehead Nebula got its name and shape and what astronauts have to wear in space, along with other stories about outer space.

Wie ist unser Universum entstanden? Und wie unser Planet Erde? Gibt es da draußen in fernen Galaxien Lebewesen? Sind Zeitreisen möglich? Und wie wird das Leben auf unserem Planeten in der Zukunft aussehen? Nie waren diese Fragen von größerer Brisanz als heute. Dieses Hörbuch versammelt spannende Essays von führenden Wissenschaftlern, darunter Stephen Hawking selbst, die genau diese großen Fragen präzise und für Kinder leicht verständlich beantworten. Herausgegeben von Lucy Hawking, der Tochter des berühmten Astrophysikers.

A World Book Day 2020 Author 'I've always wanted to be a Star Hunter. But I don't want to be the kind that looks for old stars that have already been burning for millions of years. I want to find the brand new ones - the ones that have only just been born and are searching for the people they've...

A funny, poignant middle grade novel about a tween who navigates questions of identity and friendship when her anonymous web comic goes viral, from the acclaimed author of Tethered to Other Stars. Mallory Marsh is an expert at molding into whatever other people want her to be. Her true thoughts...

Quintessence is an extraordinary story from Jess Redman about friendship, self-discovery, interconnectedness, and the inexplicable elements that make you you. Find the Elements. Grow the Light. Save the Starling. Three months ago, twelve-year-old Alma moved to the town of Four Points. Her panic...

Do you ever wonder how it is that only earth can support life yet there are at least eight planets in the solar system? Understanding the Atmosphere is just what you need to understand how the earth supports life while the rest of the universe cannot. Discover the aspects of the sun ant terrestrial planets that help life to or not to thrive. Children love nonfiction books that provide captivating details and ideas especially about the universe, the galaxy, the world, and life.

Estrellas y Constelaciones: Un Cielo Lleno de Historias presenta a los pequeños lectores las maravillas del cielo nocturno. Con explicaciones sencillas y mapas estelares fascinantes, los niños aprenderán a reconocer constelaciones famosas como Orión, Leo, Tauro, Casiopea, Escorpio, Piscis ¡y muchas más!

Embark on a captivating journey through the cosmos with A Journey Through the Wonders of Solar Eclipses, a beautifully illustrated children's book that unveils the mysteries and marvels of one of nature's most spectacular phenomena. Through engaging, easy-to-understand language and vibrant visuals, children are introduced to the fundamental concepts of solar eclipses, including the roles of the Sun, Moon, and Earth in creating this celestial event. The book delves into the different types of solar eclipses, how and why they occur, and safe ways to observe these awe-inspiring moments.

The Moon and Its Magic takes young listeners on an exciting journey to explore one of the most fascinating objects in the night sky—the moon! Through engaging illustrations and simple explanations, this educational children’s book introduces the phases of the moon, explains how the moon affects ocean tides, and reveals fun facts about lunar exploration.

"Eine Launische Reise Durch das Sonnensystem" ist ein fesselndes Kinderbuch, das eine unterhaltsame und lehrreiche Tour durch unser Sonnensystem bietet. Dieses Buch sticht aus mehreren Gründen hervor: Einfallsreiche Personifizierung der Planeten: Jeder Planet wird einzigartig mit charmanten Eigenschaften personifiziert, was Thsie für junge Leserinnen und Leser greifbar und einprägsam macht. Dieser kreative Ansatz bringt die Himmelskörper zum Leben und verwandelt komplexe wissenschaftliche Konzepte in fesselnde Geschichten.

Begeben Sie sich auf eine fesselnde Reise durch das Kosmos mit "Eine Reise durch die Wunder der Sonnenfinsternisse", einem wunderschön illustrierten Kinderbuch, das die Geheimnisse und Wunder eines der spektakulärsten Phänomene der Natur enthüllt. Durch ansprechende, leicht verständliche Sprache und lebendige Bilder werden Kinder in die grundlegenden Konzepte von Sonnenfinsternissen eingeführt, einschließlich der Rollen von Sonne, Mond und Erde bei der Schaffung dieses himmlischen Ereignisses.

Sterne und Sternbilder: Ein Himmel voller Geschichten führt junge Leserinnen und Leser an die Wunder des Nachthimmels heran. Mit leicht verständlichen Erklärungen lernen Kinder, berühmte Sternbilder wie Orion, Löwe, Stier, Kassiopeia, Skorpion, Fische und viele mehr zu erkennen.

Stars and Constellations: A Sky Full of Stories introduces young listeners to the wonders of the night sky. With easy-to-understand explanations, children will learn how to spot famous constellations such as Orion, Leo, Taurus, Cassiopeia, Scorpius, Pisces, and more.