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Books in Nature's Light Show series

  • Rainbows

    Kristen Rajczak

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Explains what rainbows are, how they are created, and the different types of rainbows that exist.
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  • Rainbows

    Kristen Rajczak

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    One of the best things about a rainy day is the possibility of a rainbow. Readers learn how rainbows form both through prisms and in the sky. With detailed diagrams to aid understanding, the text introduces important science concepts about light, refraction, and reflection. Beautiful photographs enhance exciting information and fascinating fact boxes.
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  • Shooting Stars

    Kristen Rajczak

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Explains what shooting stars are, how they are formed, and when the best times to watch them are.
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  • Lightning

    Kristen Rajczak

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Describes the formation and different types of lightning, discusses the potential dangers of it, and offers tips on safety.
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  • Lightning

    Kristen Rajczak

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    When lightning strikes, its never quietthats because lighting causes thunder. Fun facts capture readers attention as they take in this scientific detail. Readers learn how lightning forms as well as the truth about common myths. Learning tools are provided throughout the text, including detailed diagrams to aid in the understanding of this striking phenomenon. Fun fact boxes engage readers, and stunning photographs of lightning enhance science content.
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  • The Northern Lights

    Kristen Rajczak

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Aug. 1, 2012)
    People have been observing the northern lights for thousands of years. The ancient peoples thought the lights could mean the coming of war; scientists today know the lights are natural occurrences. Readers learn what causes the aurora borealis in engaging and age-appropriate language. Stunning photographs of the colorful phenomenon enhance science content, while fun fact boxes add even more captivating information.
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  • Comets

    Kristen Rajczak

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Describes the formation, movements, and parts of a comet, including how people have perceived comets throughout history.
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  • Shooting Stars

    Kristen Rajczak

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Readers are introduced to the fascinating process of how meteors form in engaging and age-appropriate language. Fun facts inform readers while keeping them fully engaged. Detailed photographs enhance science content, and tips for spotting a shooting star or meteor shower offer real-world application of new knowledge. Thought-provoking fact boxes add even more information for both astronomy enthusiasts and stargazers alike.
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  • The Northern Lights

    Kristen Rajczak

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2012)
    People have been observing the northern lights for thousands of years. The ancient peoples thought the lights could mean the coming of war; scientists today know the lights are natural occurrences. Readers learn what causes the aurora borealis in engaging and age-appropriate language. Stunning photographs of the colorful phenomenon enhance science content, while fun fact boxes add even more captivating information.
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  • Comets

    Kristen Rajczak

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Readers are introduced to how comets move and form. Famous comets, such as Halleys comet, are highlighted throughout the text. Fun fact boxes accompany science content detailed in age-appropriate language. Enhanced by full color photographs of these incredible light shows and helpful scientific diagrams, this book brings these comets to Earth for readers to enjoy.
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