| Wishing on a Star: Constellation Stories and Stargazing Activities for Kids Contributor(s): Lee, Fran (Author) |
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ISBN: 1586850296 ISBN-13: 9781586850296 Publisher: Gibbs Smith OUR PRICE: $8.99 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2001 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: Did you know that the patterns and shapes made by the stars in the sky tell stories? Wishing on a Star tells some of the exciting stories behind constellations like Pegasus, the Big Bear and Little Bear, Leo the Lion, and Orion the Hunter. The stars come to life with creative and entertaining activities. You'll learn how to make a twinkling thaumatrope, fly a starry kite, and act in your own constellation play! Star maps and stargazing tips will help you find the constellations, and cool science facts will help you learn more about the stars. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Experiments & Projects |
| Dewey: 523.8 |
| LCCN: 00045002 |
| Series: Gibbs Smith Jr. Activity |
| Physical Information: 0.23" H x 6.1" W x 8" (0.36 lbs) 64 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: If you go outside on a clear night, you can't help yourself. Your head tilts back, your eyes rise up, and you find yourself gazing at the stars . . . WOW From the beginning of time, people have admired the night sky's beauty. The night sky is our oldest picture book, and Wishing on a Star retells some of these stories from around the world in simple language that kids can understand. Wishing on a Star also includes lots of fun activities that celebrate the stars. Learn how to make a twinkling thaumatrope, fly a starry kite, and act in your own constellation play. Star maps and stargazing tips show how to find the constellations, and cool science facts teach more about the stars. Paperback, Full-Color Illustrations Throughout, Ages 7 and up |
Contributor Bio(s): Lee, Fran: - Fran Lee has illustrated and designed many books in our activity book series including Cooking on a Stick, Haunting on a Halloween, Riding on a Range, Wishing on a Star, and Putting on a Party. Fran lives with her husband in Portland, Oregon. |