Is it science? shows the scientific method at work. Each volume in the series explores a branch of modern science or a major scientific mileatone, comparing and contrasting it with an older idea that has been proved wrong or fails to meet the standrads of science.

Looks at the history of astronomy, identifies important astronomers, and summarizes what is known about the Sun, Moon, planets, and stars.

Looks at some of the stories created by ancient people to help them explain the objects and movements they observed in the sky, and discusses how these legends influence modern perceptions of outer space.

Introduces black holes, describing their physical features, how they were discovered, what causes them, and where they exist in space.

"During the night, as a child sleeps in her bedroom, the reader is taken on an exploration of our solar system, galaxies beyond, and finally the universe as a whole"--

Astronomy, especially naked-eye astronomy, is a wonderful way for children and young people to engage with the world and universe around them. Many children quickly become fascinated with stars, planets and comets, learning skills that also help them develop generally. This book is a perfect introduction to astronomy for any child, whether or not they have a telescope. It explains the visible constellations and then explores the sun, moon, planets,...

Author has found clever devices to scale down everything from time lines (the history of Earth compressed into one year), to quantities (all the wealth in the world divided into one hundred coins), to size differences (the planets shown as different types of balls).

"Do you like learning about outer space, planets, and stars? Do you like to cook? Then Astronomy You Can Nibble is the right book for you! Learn about what astronomers do and what they have discovered. Then explore astronomy further by making delicious snacks. Check out the entire Super Simple Science You Can Snack On series for more tasty STEM fun!"--Page 4 of cover.

Nonfiction picture book adventure through the solar system, the Milky Way, and the galaxies beyond. A child describes how the earth, sun, and planets are part of our solar system, which is just one small part of the universe.

"An illustrated exploration of the principles, laws, and wonders that rule our universe, our solar system, our world, and our daily lives from the bestselling creator of Lost in Translation"--