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The little-known true story of the unexpected and remarkable contributions to astronomy made by a group of women working in the Harvard College Observatory from the late 1800s through the mid-1900s.--
"In the late nineteenth century, the Harvard College Observatory began employing women as calculators, or "human computers," to interpret the observations their male counterparts made via telescope each night. At the outset this group consisted of the...
63) Uranus
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2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Uranus, the ice giant, has an axis tilted nearly sideways. This peculiarity, and the possibility it may actually rain diamonds, will make it a fascinating subject for young astronomers. A handy and attractive reference on a distant planet.
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"This classic, groundbreaking guide has been the go-to field guide for both beginning and experienced amateur astronomers for nearly 30 years. The fourth edition, scheduled for release in 2021, brings Terence Dickinson and Alan Dyer's invaluable manual completely up-to-date. Setting a new standard for astronomy guides, it will serve as the touchstone for the next generation of stargazers as well as longtime devotees. Technology and astronomical understanding...
67) Jupiter
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Pub. Date
2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Our solar system's largest planet is also one of many mysteries, including its Great Red Spot, an enormous, perpetual storm. Stunning illustrations help to introduce young readers to this fascinating planet. Supplemented with a websites and a list of books for further reading.
68) Neptune
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2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Take a long trip to Neptune, the planet furthest from the Sun, and learn what little scientists have been able to find out about it.
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Field Guide to Stars and Planets, Third Edition, makes it easy to observe the phenomena of the nighttime sky. The heart of the book is the star maps, which can be used from any location on earth. One set of maps shows, month by month, what you can expect to see in any part of the sky. The other set forms a complete atlas of the sky, showing stars and constellations, planets, nebulae, galaxies, and other celestial objects. The atlas charts are accompanied...
71) Space
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 2
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Examines the nature of outer space, our solar system, and our universe, including descriptions of the sun, moon, and planets, as well as constellations, nebulas and black holes.
73) Saturn
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2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Saturn's rings have long sparked the curiosity of scientist and layperson alike. Readers will learn about Saturn and its place in the solar system and also what makes up its beautiful rings and how they came to be. Breathtaking illustrations accompany easy-to-follow text.
77) To the stars!
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[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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"Learning about space in school is so exciting that a child space enthusiast's imagination launches into a mission to discover more about the stars!"--
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A thousand years from now, our epoch will be remembered as the time when we first left the Earth and saw it from beyond the outermost planet as a pale blue dot, almost lost against the backdrop of the stars. As we complete the preliminary reconnaissance of our Solar System, we hunger for a long-term vision of the human future. Now, the astronomer who brought the Universe to so many people answers that call - suggesting that our very survival depends...
79) Space
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2002.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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100 Facts Space is bursting with incredible images, fun activities and exactly 100 fantastic facts. Children aged 7+ will learn everything they need to know about the Universe and the Solar System.
80) To the Sun!
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[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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"Learning about the sun in school is so exciting that a child space enthusiast's imagination launches into a mission to discover more about the sun!"--
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