Discusses the science behind the magical lights known as auroras that occur in the sky near the North and South Poles.--

This book teaches kids about the summer and winter solstice and why the sun changes position in the sky throughout the year. The book is complete with labeled images when needed, simple text, and more facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.--

Este libro enseña a los lectores qué son los eclipses solares y lunares, qué los causa y con qué frecuencia las personas alrededor de la Tierra pueden verlos con sus propios ojos. This book teaches readers about what solar and lunar eclipses are, what causes them, and how often people around the Earth can witness them with their own eyes. The book is complete with labeled images when needed, simple text, and more facts.

"An eclipse occurs when one celestial body, such as a moon or planet, moves into the shadow of another celestial body, or when one celestial body passes between two celestial bodies. This book explains the different types of eclipses, why eclipses are important astronomical phenomena to study, and the scientific history of studying eclipses. A graphic organizer presents information and helps readers understand complex topics, while primary sources...