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Books in Secrets of the Universe series

  • Probing Deep-Space

    Giles Sparrow

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, July 1, 2006)
    - Diagrams- Glossary- Index- Sources of further information
  • Probing Deep-space

    Giles Sparrow

    Library Binding
    - Diagrams- Glossary- Index- Sources of further information
  • Secrets of the Universe

    Giles Sparrow

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, July 30, 2006)
    Secrets of the Universe is the perfect supplement to the middle school science curriculum. The six-volume series is comprehensive in scope, yet packed with detailed information on a variety of topics, making it ideal for students who want to delve deeper into key areas touched on in their science textbooks. Each volume contains numerous state-of-the-art photographs and informative diagrams and other original artwork that support the text. A glossary of scientific terms further enhances student understanding. This rich and up-to-date guide to the universe is an indispensable resource that will help prepare students for NCLB science testing in 2007.
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  • Observing the Universe

    Giles Sparrow

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, July 30, 2006)
    Introduces facts about the exploration of the universe, discussing the early theories of the origin of the universe, the recognition of astronomy as a legitimate science, the development of the modern telescope, and subsequent discoveries of distant stars and galaxies.Introduces facts about the exploration of the universe, discussing the early theories of the origin of the universe, the recognition of astronomy as a legitimate science, the development of the modern telescope, and subsequent discoveries of distant stars and galaxies.
  • Observing the Universe

    Giles Sparrow

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, July 1, 2006)
    Introduces facts about the exploration of the universe, discussing the early theories of the origin of the universe, the recognition of astronomy as a legitimate science, the development of the modern telescope, and subsequent discoveries of distant stars and galaxies.Introduces facts about the exploration of the universe, discussing the early theories of the origin of the universe, the recognition of astronomy as a legitimate science, the development of the modern telescope, and subsequent discoveries of distant stars and galaxies.
  • Astronauts

    Giles Sparrow

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, July 30, 2006)
    Describes our continued efforts at exploring the harsh, but intriguing, environment of space.
  • Exploring the Universe

    Giles Sparrow

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, July 30, 2006)
    Examines the remarkable achievements of space missions, and describes the continuing expansion of our practical and theoretical knowledge.
  • Planets And Moons

    Giles Sparrow

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, July 1, 2006)
    Examines the similarities and differences between the planets.
  • Stars and Galaxies

    Giles Sparrow

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, July 1, 2006)
    Introduces stars and galaxies, discussing how they are formed, the different types of galaxies, how intergalactic distances are calculated, the structure of the sun, and the anatomy of a typical galaxy.
  • Stars And Galaxies

    Giles Sparrow

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, July 1, 2006)
    Introduces stars and galaxies, discussing how they are formed, the different types of galaxies, how intergalactic distances are calculated, the structure of the sun, and the anatomy of a typical galaxy.
  • Probing Deep-space

    Giles Sparrow

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, July 1, 2006)
    Explores how current data helps explain various phenomena, and describes the theories and practical methods that may help unravel future cosmic questions as they arise.
  • Exploring the Universe

    Giles Sparrow

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, July 1, 2006)
    Examines the remarkable achievements of space missions, and describes the continuing expansion of our practical and theoretical knowledge.