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Starfinder

Author DK
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Planisphere and Starfinder is your personal guide to exploring the night sky. It takes the mystery out of astronomy and introduces basic stargazing techniques, helping you to find and recognize objects easily.

Starting close to home in the Solar System, it shows you how to observe the Moon, planets, comets, and asteroids, as well as how to make the most of events like eclipses and meteor showers. Then, you’ll head for the stars with a guide to the constellations.

In this book, you will find:


  • Facts, charts, timelines, and graphs to help explain core concepts.
  • Month-by-month guides outlining the best times and places to see planets.
  • A planisphere you can remove from the book and take anywhere to see stars on the go.

Each entry is illustrated with a clear star chart, shows you where you can see the constellation in the world, and even explains its star pattern's symbolic meaning. Have you ever heard of Orion’s belt? Your guide will ensure you’re armed with a list of things to look out for and how best to see them.

"[C]an help you see stars — and a whole lot more. The cover states it's for beginners, but this book also covers the solar system, dozens of constellations and monthly star guides. Because it's DK, it's richly illustrated and aimed right at third graders and older, along with their parents." – Raising Arizona Kids
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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Planisphere and Starfinder is your personal guide to exploring the night sky. It takes the mystery out of astronomy and introduces basic stargazing techniques, helping you to find and recognize objects easily.

Starting close to home in the Solar System, it shows you how to observe the Moon, planets, comets, and asteroids, as well as how to make the most of events like eclipses and meteor showers. Then, you’ll head for the stars with a guide to the constellations.

In this book, you will find:


  • Facts, charts, timelines, and graphs to help explain core concepts.
  • Month-by-month guides outlining the best times and places to see planets.
  • A planisphere you can remove from the book and take anywhere to see stars on the go.

Each entry is illustrated with a clear star chart, shows you where you can see the constellation in the world, and even explains its star pattern's symbolic meaning. Have you ever heard of Orion’s belt? Your guide will ensure you’re armed with a list of things to look out for and how best to see them.

Praise

"[C]an help you see stars — and a whole lot more. The cover states it's for beginners, but this book also covers the solar system, dozens of constellations and monthly star guides. Because it's DK, it's richly illustrated and aimed right at third graders and older, along with their parents." – Raising Arizona Kids

Author

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK