Books in The Constellation Collection series

The Big Dipper is one of the most popular star formations. Readers will be able to find it easily after they learn important facts about its location, history, and the individual stars that form it. Every star formation has a story, and readers discover the story behind the Big Dipper while also exploring the fascinating branch of space science known as astronomy. Essential science curriculum topics are presented in an entertaining and interactive way, as readers are encouraged to look for the Big Dipper like budding astronomers. Bright photographs of these stars bring the world of astronomy to readers in an accessible way.

The Gemini constellation looks like twins in the sky. Readers discover where to find Gemini and what other astronomical phenomena occur near this constellation, including the amazing Geminid meteor shower. While readers explore important science curriculum topics, they also learn about mythology as they discover the story of Castor and Pollux, the namesakes of Gemini’s two brightest stars. Stunning space photographs make this a reading experience that’s both educational and entertaining. Readers will be eager to go outside and look for Gemini themselves once they reach the final page.

Orion is often easy to spot on a clear night by looking for the Hunter’s belt of stars. How did this constellation get its name? What else can be found in space near Orion? Readers find the answers to these questions and many more as they explore the world of astronomy by learning about this popular constellation. Vivid photographs allow readers to feel like astronomers with each turn of the page. Astronomy is an important science curriculum topic, and readers approach it from a fun angle as they learn both the science and mythology behind this constellation.

Did you know you can see a princess in the sky when you look at the stars? That princess is Andromeda, whose story in Greek mythology is so famous that a constellation is named after her. Readers explore the Andromeda myth and information about the Andromeda constellation, such as where to find it and what objects in space can also be seen while looking at it. This topic explores important areas of science curricula in an engaging way, with many fun facts and vibrant photographs of the stars.

Most fish are found in water, but one famous fish is found in the stars! Pisces is a constellation meant to represent a fish swimming through the night sky. Readers uncover the mythological origins of Pisces in addition to scientific facts about this constellation and the area of space it occupies. Important astronomical information is included to support basic science curricula. Can you spot Pisces in the sky? Readers will be able to, and theyll also be able to share many fun facts about this constellation.

Orion is often easy to spot on a clear night by looking for the Hunters belt of stars. How did this constellation get its name? What else can be found in space near Orion? Readers find the answers to these questions and many more as they explore the world of astronomy by learning about this popular constellation. Vivid photographs allow readers to feel like astronomers with each turn of the page. Astronomy is an important science curriculum topic, and readers approach it from a fun angle as they learn both the science and mythology behind this constellation.

How did the Little Dipper get its name? How much smaller is it than the Big Dipper? The answers to these questions and many more are waiting to be discovered by readers with each turn of the page. Readers learn fun facts about the ways history and science come together in the study of star formations such as the Little Dipper. Detailed photographs of the Little Dipper allow readers to feel like young astronomers studying the stars up close. This engaging way of introducing important science curriculum topics is sure to hold readers’ interests.

How did the Little Dipper get its name? How much smaller is it than the Big Dipper? The answers to these questions and many more are waiting to be discovered by readers with each turn of the page. Readers learn fun facts about the ways history and science come together in the study of star formations such as the Little Dipper. Detailed photographs of the Little Dipper allow readers to feel like young astronomers studying the stars up close. This engaging way of introducing important science curriculum topics is sure to hold readers’ interests.

Looking for constellations in the sky is a fun activity, and each constellation has a story behind it. Readers discover the stories behind the discovery and naming of some of the most popular constellations, including Andromeda, Orion, and Gemini. They also look at these constellations from a scientific angle by exploring facts about the most important stars in each featured constellation. Detailed photographs and diagrams immerse readers in the world of stargazing with each turn of the page. • Text incorporates information that supports both social studies and science curricula • Eye-catching fact boxes provide additional fun facts about both the history and science behind each constellation • Accessible subject matter encourages readers to apply science concepts to everyday activities, such as looking at the stars

Looking for constellations in the sky is a fun activity, and each constellation has a story behind it. Readers discover the stories behind the discovery and naming of some of the most popular constellations, including Andromeda, Orion, and Gemini. They also look at these constellations from a scientific angle by exploring facts about the most important stars in each featured constellation. Detailed photographs and diagrams immerse readers in the world of stargazing with each turn of the page. • Text incorporates information that supports both social studies and science curricula • Eye-catching fact boxes provide additional fun facts about both the history and science behind each constellation • Accessible subject matter encourages readers to apply science concepts to everyday activities, such as looking at the stars