Books with title Galaxies, Galaxies!

A thorough exploration of galaxies.A True Book: Space series dives into the many components that make each planet distinctive and exceptional, as well as explore many of the other components that make up Space. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.This book introduces galaxies, describing how they are formed, their different types, the structure and age of the Milky Way, and the role of the Hubble Space Telescope in mapping the universe.

From award-winning science writer Seymour Simon, this close-up look at our own Milky Way and other enormous clusters of stars describes the many different types of galaxies, how they were formed, and how they got their different shapes. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children."A dazzling photo-essay."—School Library JournalSeymour Simon knows how to explain science to kids and make it fun. He was a teacher for more than twenty years, has written more than 250 books, and has won multiple awards.This book includes an author's note, glossary, and index and supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards.

Our solar system is just one small part of our galaxy, and there are thousands of galaxies besides this one. Readers are introduced to the marvels of galaxies. Formation, sizes, and shapes of galaxies are discussed, including the Milky Way. Galactic movement and how scientists study galaxies are revealed. Color photographs, fast facts, and Words to Know sections increase the reader's learning experience, while a final hands-on activity emphasizes what the reader has learned. This book supports English Language Arts standards and correlates directly with Next Generation Science Standards.

The goal of The Quaint and Quizzical Cosmos series is to introduce deep human history to kids in a fun and whimsical way. This second book, The Quaint and Quizzical Cosmos: Galaxies, exposes kids to the wonders of The Milky Way and opens a doorway leading to imaginative exploration of the possible effects of black holes, dark energy, and dark matter. These books are meant to stimulate curiosity about the natural world, not teach technical scientific concepts. The intention of The Quaint and Quizzical Cosmos series is to start a conversation about science and spark ambitious questions.

How do black holes form? What are galaxies? How do astronauts live in space? Readers will learn the answers to these questions and more in this compelling series. Engaging text highlights the most mysterious, fascinating objects and events in outer space and the ways humans explore and learn about them. Vibrant photos, including colorful satellite images, pair with easy-to-understand diagrams to spark readers’ imaginations and give them a glimpse at what lies beyond! Features include a table of contents, fun facts, diagrams, a glossary with phonetics, and an index. Expand your young reader’s universe! Simple, straightforward text paired with vibrant photos breaks down scientific concepts of galaxies, such as gravity, light-years, and orbits. Readers will learn about the different shapes and sizes of galaxies, as well as what galaxies consist of. Well-known galaxies including the Milky Way and Andromeda are highlighted. Also discussed are the discovery of galaxies and how scientists study them with telescopes and other tools. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, a glossary with phonetics, and an index.

On the darkest of nights, the white sparkle spanning the sky provides a glimpse at the far reaches of the Milky Way galaxy. But there are trillions more just in the observable universe! This title allows readers to explore these collections of stars, planets, and space debris that span across light-years of space. Opening narratives place readers in the role of a NASA scientist. Fun facts offer bonus information of extremely high interest. Topic-specific infographics highlight further learning for high interest or difficult to grasp concepts.