Children's Picture Atlas of the Stars

Explore constellations and find out about the bright stars that form them, in this beautifully illustrated book for children. Astronomer Tom Kerss introduces the constellations that can be seen in different parts of the world and the legendary stories behind each one. Meet the fearsome lion Leo, one of the most ancient constellations in the skies Dive with Hydra, the mythical sea monster that was defeated by Hercules Come face-to-face with Orion, the mighty hunter from Greek mythology From amazing animals and brilliant birds to monsters and monster-slayers - children will love learning about these incredible star patterns and the science, history and myths surrounding them. It is the ideal Christmas gift to inspire budding astronomers and spark curiosity for the spectacular skies above.

Über den Autor / die Autorin

A London-based freelance astronomer, astrophotographer, writer and speaker, specialising in the rewarding task of connecting people to their shared universe.

Steve has many years professional experience of collaborative practice with the major educational publishers, editors, in-house designers and authors.

His creative practice includes illustration, logo design, cover design and full series design including online resource.

His primary passion is for children’s illustration and this is demonstrated in his creation of the new Collins Picture Atlas alongside the accompanying World Map and, more recently, the map of the United Kingdom & Ireland.

Produktdetails

• Autoren: Collins Kids, Tom Kerss, Kerss Tom
• Mitarbeit: Steve Evans (Illustration)
• Verlag: Collins Reference
• Sprache: Englisch
• Altersempfehlung: 7 bis 9 Jahre
• Produktform: Fester Einband
• Erschienen: 14.09.2023
• EAN: 9780008621933
• ISBN: 978-0-00-862193-3
• Seiten: 48
• Abmessung: 238 mm x 306 mm x 11 mm
• Themen: Reise > Karten, Stadtpläne, Atlanten; REFERENCE / Curiosities & Wonders, YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION / Reference, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Reference / Encyclopedias, TRAVEL / Maps & Road Atlases, Interest age: from c 7 years, Space (Children's / Teenage), REFERENCE / Atlases, Gazetteers & Maps, Children’s / Teenage reference: Atlases and maps, Atlases & maps (Children's/Teenage)