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1	Stars: A New Way to See Them more books like this by H A Rey The creator of the beloved Curious George had a passion for astronomy, which is evident on every page of this classic book. Now thoroughly updated, it contains a clear, vivid text with charts and maps showing the positions of such recognizable stars as the North Star and Betelgeuse. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.28! \| first editions \| SVS
2	What Makes Day and Night more books like this by Franklyn Mansfield Branley An explanation of how the earth's rotation around the sun causes night and day to occur. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.34! \| first editions \| SVS
3	There's No Place Like Space: All about Our Solar System more books like this by Tish Rabe, Dr Seuss (Creator), Aristides Ruiz (Illustrator) Blast off for education fun and learn about the solar system. Beginners will enjoy a whimsical, colorful view at the vastness of space, as well as venture with some of their favorite Dr. Seuss characters. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.99! \| SVS
4	Find the Constellations more books like this by H A Rey A delightfully illustrated, informative beginner's guide to locating and identifying constellations in the northern hemisphere, with an extensive index, glossary, and time table for sky viewing. "A 'must' for public and school libraries and a wonderful book for an individual or family to own." see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.63! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Our Solar System more books like this by Seymour Simon Explore our neighbors in space with this fascinating book containing over 50 dramatic full-color photos and an easy-to-read text. Simon takes readers on a sweeping tour of the planets, moons, asteroids, meteoroids, and comets that travel around the sun. A 1992 ALA Notable Book. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Starry Messenger: Galileo Galilei more books like this by Peter Sis The life, ideas, and genius of Galileo Galilei are portrayed in this picture book that includes maps, events, and a world view of Galileo's time period. A "School Library Journal" Best Book of the Year, ALA Notable Book, and Caldecott Honor Book. Full-color illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.87! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
7	Planets in Our Solar System more books like this by Franklyn Mansfield Branley Franklyn M. Branley and Don Madden team up to take a clear, informative look at the planets in our solar system and their individual characteristics, including size, distance from the sun, and temperature. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.34! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Stars and planets more books like this by Ian Ridpath In this new edition of their classic guide, Ridpath and Tirion present brand new sky charts, diagrams, and photos enriching the clear, engaging text that appeals to latent astronomers who have yet to touch a telescope and the more star-savvy. Includes maps of the night sky from hemisphere to hemisphere, month to month and charts showing all 88 ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.57! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Planets more books like this by Gail Gibbons Descriptions of the sun and all the planets in the solar system. This nonfiction picture book, illustrated with watercolors, is an introduction to astronomy. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
10	The moon seems to change more books like this by Franklyn M. Branley An introduction to the phases of the moon. Also included are instructions for an experiment that proves why the moon looks different at different times of the month. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.34! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Space more books like this by Will Osborne, Salvatore Murdocca (Illustrator), Mary Pope Osborne How did the universe begin? How hot is the sun? How long does it take to get to the moon? Find out the answers to these questions and more in Jack and Annie's very own guide to the secrets of the universe. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.80! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	To Space & Back more books like this by Sally Ride Now available in paperback is Dr. Sally Ride's lucid first-person account of a space shuttle mission, illustrated with spectacular color photographs from the NASA files. "An engrossing account of a space journey from blastoff to landing gives intimate, you-are-there details about life on board the shuttle".--"Bulletin of the Center for Children's ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.48! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Stars more books like this by Seymour Simon Provides the most up-to-date information about the many varieties of stars. "The full-page photographs and computer drawings are breathtaking". (Kirkus Reviews). "Handsome and informative, a must for the science shelf".--ALA Booklist. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.21! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Janice VanCleave's Astronomy for Every Kid: 101 Easy Experiments That Really WOR more books like this by Janice Pratt VanCleave The author's hands-on science books for kids ages 8 through 12 have set a new standard in science activity books. Children, parents, and teachers have come to love them for their dozens of illuminating illustrations, VanCleave's economical, friendly style, and above all, the hundreds of safe, low-cost experiments and activities that make learning ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.95! \| first editions
15 view cover	A Little Book of Coincidence more books like this by John Martineau (Illustrator) A most unusual guide to the solar system, this title suggests that there may be fundamental relationships between space, time, and life that have not yet been fully understood. Illustrations. see all copies from $4.88! new only from $5.53! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Sun more books like this by Seymour Simon A close-up look at the center of our solar system. "Handsome and informative, a must for the science shelf. . . . Impressive, large color photographs".--ALA Booklist. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.94! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	A Child's Introduction to the Night Sky: The Story of the Stars, Planets, and Constellations--And How You Can Find Them in the Sky more books like this by Michael Driscoll, Meredith Hamilton (Illustrator) Whimsical color illustrations on every page and handy definitions and sidebars help engage younger readers and develop their interest. The special star wheel helps locate stars and planets from any location at any time of year. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $12.00! \| SVS
18 view cover	Space Exploration more books like this by Carole Stott, DK Publishing An overview of the history and future of space travel. Topics discussed include the Hubble Space Telescope, the Mir space station, and a day in the life of an astronaut in outer space. Illustrated with color photographs. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.97! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Don't Know Much about Space more books like this by Kenneth C Davis Filled with quotes, fact-filled sidebars, and fun pop quizzes, "Don't Know Much About Space" reveals who first charted the stars, why people believed that the Earth was the center of the universe, and how astronauts may lead us to become pioneers on other planets. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.63! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Galaxies more books like this by Seymour Simon Identifies the nature, locations, movements, and different categories of galaxies, examining the Milky Way and other known examples. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.28! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Are We Alone?: Scientists Search for Life in Space more books like this by Gloria Skurzynski Demonstrating how the quest for extraterrestrial life is real, widespread, and growing, this book combines captivating narrative and scientific facts, illustrated with full-color and black-and-white photographs, that will have kids questioning if they are alone in the universe. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
22 view cover	Once Upon a Starry Night: A Book of Constellations more books like this by Jacqueline Mitton, Christina Balit (Illustrator) Poetic text and colorful illustrations highlighted by metallic stars combine to tell the stories of ten characters from Greek mythology and how their names became associated with the constellations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.89! \| SVS
23 view cover	Team Moon: How 400,000 People Landed Apollo 11 on the Moon more books like this by Catherine Thimmesh Culling NASA transcripts, national archives, and stunning NASA photos from "Apollo 11," the author captures the dedication, ingenuity, and perseverance of the people behind the scenes who worked to make the first moon landing possible. Full color. see all copies from $13.48! new only from $14.71! \| first editions \| SVS
24 view cover	Postcards from Pluto: A Tour of the Solar System more books like this by Loreen Leedy (Illustrator) Six young tourists travel through the solar system and send their impressions to their family and friends back on earth. Color paintings accompany factual information about the planets. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.00! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	Sun: Our Nearest Star more books like this by F Branley An introduction to the sun and the role of sunlight on planet Earth. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.34! \| first editions \| SVS

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