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Is it true that within a black hole is a polarity so intense that not even light can escape? But despite that, there has been several studies made by scientists about the subject. The most interesting fruits of the years of labor and observation have been recorded in the pages of this reference book for sixth graders. Go ahead and secure a copy today!
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Can you tell asteroids, meteors and comets apart? Focus on their characteristics and you should! This book will give you information on the identifying characteristics of asteroids, meteors and comets. At the end of this book, you should be able to differentiate these heavenly bodies based on pictures and even when you see them in a telescope!
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At the end of this book, you should demonstrate understanding of how the gravitation effect of the moon affects the Earth's tides. You will see familiar terms as you go over the contents of this book, such as gravity. Find out how gravity, the moon and Earth interact with each other.
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What wonderful adventure a spaceship ride would be! You can go to the moon and check if it's made of cheese. You can ride along the stars and know if they shine as bright as they do. This educational resource will give you fun facts about the spaceship. The purpose is to fill your head with enough information to imagine an out-of-this-world learning adventure!
6) Jupiter
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Come fly with us to Jupiter and learn about the biggest planet in the solar system. Learning through this amazing book will help your child better understand how Jupiter is like and what, if there is, life could survive there. This book is a great add-on to your child's knowledge on astronomy. Secure a copy now!
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Help your third grader to correctly identify the effects of planetary motion, such as rotating and revolving. What are the effects of these planetary motions on Earth? A discussion on night and day as well as the seasons are also included in the pages. Go ahead and grab a copy today.
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This book is all about the sun - Earth's only source of light and energy. Dive into the pages and read about fun facts about our solar system's star. Read about its composition, location, and its effects on Earth. Do you think the sun only brings goodness to Earth's inhabitants? You'll be surprised to learn that's not always the case! This book concludes with information on the sun's negative effects.
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Did you know that astronomers have classified the planets as inner, outer and outermost? This book discusses the planetary arrangements. It also discusses a few brief facts about the planes in the solar system - some of them you are familiar with and some of them you're not. Go ahead and grab a copy today.
10) Saturn
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Study the planets and the stars with the help of this very depictive educational book. This book captures the need for visuals in order for a young child to be interested in the subject. Learning through more photos and select texts would help a child better absorb and retain information. So go ahead and grab a copy today!
11) The Moon's Cyclical Phases : Understanding the Relationship Between the Earth, Sun and Moon Astr
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In this book, you will learn some interesting facts about the moon and how it affects the tides on Earth. You will also read about the moon's cyclical phases, why they happen and when. Overtime, you will begin to understand that these phases are influenced by the position of the moon, the Earth and the sun. Amass knowledge on Earth's closest neighbor. Start reading today.
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This third grade science book discusses the planetary motions of rotating and revolving, and what their effects on Earth are. An understanding of the subject before classroom discussions will yield to more fruitful graded questions and answers. Other pieces of content included in this book will further your child's knowledge on space science. Grab a copy today.
13) Venus
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After Mercury comes Venus, and it's a beautiful planet to observe. Your child will love this educational resource because it presents facts in a fun and highly interactive manner. This means that as your child learns about the planet, he/she will not thinking it's studying at all. With constant exposure, it will be easy for your child to equate play to study. Grab a copy today!
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Neptune is a pretty cool planet to study because it's fascinating how we can still see images of it eve when it's so far away. This educational book is very informative because it has a medley of carefully crafted texts and matching images too. This is a combination that will encourage learning by fueling the imagination. Buy a copy today!
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In this book, your child will learn about solar eclipse and why it is a natural phenomenon. Through this knowledge, your child should be able to destroy rumors of supernatural reasons for solar eclipse. This book has been created with a third grader in mind; therefore, the chosen language as well as images complement a third grader's expected reading level.
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When you were born, your parents named you. They probably chose a name close to their hearts and with a meaning they know. The process of naming planets, on the other hand, is different. This rewarding since book for fourth graders will investigate the process of how planets are named. Your child will easily associate with this book because it's in line with the curriculum in school.
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What is the Halley's Comet and when was it discovered? More importantly, who discovered it and in what circumstances. Further, what makes the Halley's Comet different from all the other comets that have been observed so far? All these questions, along with other facts, will be explained in this learner's book for children.
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Let's talk about the constellations, or the shapes stars from. Some say constellations have meanings while others say they are the souls of our departed loved ones. This book discusses the science behind constellation. It provides a peek into astronomy, too. How about you? What do you think about constellations?
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By now, your child will already understand the big concepts on astronomy. Included in this astronomy book are the history and future of space exploration as well as the types of equipment needed for a safe space travel. In addition, your student will learn about the scientific evidence for the origin, as well as age, of the universe. Read this book today.
20) Uranus
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Let's study Uranus and explore what lies beneath its surface! This educational book chops knowledge up into bits that are easy to absorb and retain. That's made possible through the effective use of photos and the choice of text. This is a great workbook to complement your child's bulky school textbooks on astronomy. Secure a coy now!
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