This entertaining tour of the stars, planets and other heavenly bodies is sure to get 8-12 year old kids excited about the science, myths and magic of the night sky - and teaches them how to find and recognise the objects in it. Whimsical colour illustrations on every page, plus handy definitions and factual sidebars help to engage young readers and develop their interest in astronomy. * The story of the stars, the planets and the constellations - and how you can find them in the sky. * The book includes a glow-in-the-dark starwheel guide to the constellations and glow-in-the-dark stickers of the solar system. * Sequel to the previous Child's Introduction books to The Orchestra and to Poetry. * Astronomy and space are ever-popular subjects for young readers - both girls and boys. Stargazing is a family learning activity that can be pursued all year round, without expensive equipment or elaborate preparation.

Author Biography

Meredith Hamilton (Author) Meredith Hamilton graduated from Brown University and has an MFA from the School of Visual Arts. Formerly an art director at Newsweek and Time, she illustrated the previous six books in the Child's Introduction series, among other books, and her work can be found in magazines and animations as well. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, with her husband and three children.Laura Lee is currently producing a U.S. tour of the Russian Classical Ballet. She is the author of The Encyclopedia of Aggravation and The Elvis Impersonation Kit, both available from Black Dog & Leventhal. Michael Driscoll (Author) Michael Driscoll is the author of A Child's Introduction to Poetry and A Child s Introduction to the Night Sky (both Parent's Choice Award winners). He is currently a staff editor at the New York Daily News.