Joan Marie Galat neemt lezers mee naar de wonderen van de nachtelijke hemel, waarbij ze wetenschappelijk begrip verweeft met de oude mythen die onze sterrenbeelden en planeten hun namen geven. Haar passie voor astronomie, aangewakkerd in haar kindertijd, voedt haar verhalen en maakt de kosmos toegankelijk en boeiend voor zowel kinderen als volwassenen. Door middel van meeslepende verhalen en een unieke educatieve aanpak wekt ze nieuwsgierigheid naar het universum. Het werk van Galat nodigt lezers uit om omhoog te kijken en de magie te ontdekken die zich buiten onze wereld bevindt.
An empowering how-to guide to help young people become informed and effective activists, Make Your Mark, Make a Difference addresses issues that impact people, animals, and the planet—including how kids today are already tackling local, national, and international problems.
How Litter Is Hurting Animals
Focusing on the impact of garbage on wildlife and ecosystems, this nonfiction book from the Orca Footprints series is aimed at middle-grade readers. It features engaging photographs that enhance the exploration of how pollution affects animals and their habitats, raising awareness about environmental issues.
Mortimer T. Flightdeck, an ambitious rat, aims to become a YouTube sensation by showcasing his experiments on astronauts aboard the International Space Station. His goal is to demonstrate that rats are superior to humans for Mars colonization. However, as his plans unravel, he learns valuable lessons about the nature of dreams and the importance of friendship.
Exploring the fascinating phenomena of stars, this book delves into their explosive nature, color variations, and the mysteries of their formation. It invites readers to ponder the vastness of the universe and the sheer number of stars it contains, making complex astronomical concepts accessible and engaging for all.
Explore the wonders of space through exclusive insights from National Geographic explorer and astrophysicist Munazza Alam. This engaging book is designed for aspiring experts, offering a wealth of astronomical knowledge and captivating information that will satisfy your curiosity about the universe. Perfect for anyone eager to deepen their understanding of space, it combines expert commentary with fascinating facts.