Lonely Planet Kids Let's Go Stargazing

About this book

Explore the world above with this fascinating stargazing guide that teaches kids everything they need to know to become an expert stargazer. Learn about the history of stargazing, discover top tips on how to navigate the night sky, explore our amazing Solar System and spot constellations with this practical and portable book for budding astronomers. This is the ultimate activity guide to encourage kids to get outside and interact with our amazing planet. Inside Let's Go Stargazing: The perfect introduction to stargazing for young readers including where to start, assembling your kit, using star maps and more Packed with stunning photography and beautiful artwork, which bring the book to life Fun stargazing challenges keep kids entertained from night-sky scavenger hunts to satellite spotting, star-hopping, sketching and a template for creating your own stargazing diary Hardwearing, robust and durable flexi-cover makes this an ideal book to take outdoors Contributions from featured expert Stuart Atkinson, astronomer, member of the Planetary Society, author of children's books on space and contributor to BBC Sky at Night magazine Written by Laura Baker, author of Lonely Planet KidsCreate Your Own Camping Activities and Lonely Planet Kids The Big Book of Plane Activities Illustrated by Liz Kay, whose artwork also features in Lonely Planet Kids Lift-the-Flap Atlas and many other children's non-fiction books Look up to the skies with Let's Go Stargazing, the perfect gift for curious minds who wish to explore the many wonderful parts of our glittering cosmos.