The Moon

Pictures of a father and child out in the moonlight illustrate Stevenson's poem from A child's garden of verses. (more)

Pictures of a father and child out in the moonlight illustrate Stevenson's poem from A child's garden of verses. (less)

In 2006, the International Astronomical Union officially defined the word planet, reclassifying Pluto as a dwarf planet.... (more)

In 2006, the International Astronomical Union officially defined the word planet, reclassifying Pluto as a dwarf planet. Each updated title in this set reflects the change, while the Pluto title explains what a dwarf planet is and describes how the decision was made. Stay current with these revised editions! (less)

Human beings first set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969, marking one of the most important events in the history of spa... (more)

Human beings first set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969, marking one of the most important events in the history of space exploration. Since then, scientists have continued to learn more about Earth's sole natural satellite. Readers will learn what it is like to walk on the surface of the moon and what role the satellite plays in the solar system. They will also find out how scientists first began studying the moon and how they are continuing their exploration today. (less)

Presents facts about the moon, discussing its origin, myths, composition, effect on Earth, and role in the space program... (more)

Presents facts about the moon, discussing its origin, myths, composition, effect on Earth, and role in the space program. (less)

A simple introduction to the Earth's moon, what its surface looks like, and when astronauts first landed on the moon. (more)

A simple introduction to the Earth's moon, what its surface looks like, and when astronauts first landed on the moon. (less)

An intimate portrait of the Earth's closest neighbor--the Moon--that explores the history and future of humankind's rela... (more)

An intimate portrait of the Earth's closest neighbor--the Moon--that explores the history and future of humankind's relationship with it Every generation has looked towards the heavens and wondered at the beauty of the Moon. Fifty years ago, a few Americans became the first to do the reverse--and shared with Earth-bound audiences the view of their own planet hanging in the sky instead. Recently, the connection has been discovered to be even closer: a fragment of the Earth's surface was found embedded in a rock brought back from the Moon. And astronauts are preparing to return to the surface of the Moon after a half-century hiatus--this time to the dark side. Oliver Morton explores how the ways we have looked at the Moon have shaped our perceptions of the Earth: from the controversies of early astronomers such as van Eyck and Galileo, to the Cold War space race, to the potential use of the Moon as a stepping stone for further space exploration. Advanced technologies, new ambitions, and old dreams mean that men, women, and robots now seem certain to return to the Moon. For some, it is a future on which humankind has turned its back for too long. For others, an adventure yet to begin. (less)

"Book introduces the reader to the moon"--Provided by publisher. (more)

"Book introduces the reader to the moon"--Provided by publisher. (less)

Narrated by the Universe, tells about the moon, the Earth's neighbor. (more)

Narrated by the Universe, tells about the moon, the Earth's neighbor. (less)

"Offers readers a captivating look into our solar system, complete with vivid photographs and exciting diagrams. Back ma... (more)

"Offers readers a captivating look into our solar system, complete with vivid photographs and exciting diagrams. Back matter includes an in-depth 'Out of This World' feature that highlights a related topic, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, and an index."--Publisher description. (less)

"Blast off on an incredible journey to our neares neighbor in space, the Moon. Discover how it formed from planets colli... (more)

"Blast off on an incredible journey to our neares neighbor in space, the Moon. Discover how it formed from planets colliding, what it is like up close, and how humans may live there in the future"--Back cover. (less)

"Questions and answers about Earth's Moon's appearance, features, and missions encourage inquiry-based learning for curi... (more)

"Questions and answers about Earth's Moon's appearance, features, and missions encourage inquiry-based learning for curious early elementary-age readers"--Provided by publisher. (less)

Simple text and photographs present information about the Earth's moon. (more)

Simple text and photographs present information about the Earth's moon. (less)

Featuring up-to-date images from space agencies such as NASA and ESA, this incredible introduction to the moon--past, pr... (more)

Featuring up-to-date images from space agencies such as NASA and ESA, this incredible introduction to the moon--past, present and future--covers the entire subject in fascinating detail, from the moon's formation and geography to its effects on Earth's tides and nocturnal animals. (less)

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