Title:
The Big Dipper
Personal Author EPSB:
Summary:
Examines the constellation known as the Big Dipper, the stars of which it is composed, and how to locate it in the night sky.
Year Published:
2003
Series:
Physical Description:
24 p. : col. ill. ; 26 x 27 cm.
Contents:
What is the Big Dipper? -- What people saw in the Big Dipper? -- Greek legend of the Great Bear -- Native American legend of the Great Bear -- The Big Dipper's stars -- Finding the North Star -- Stargazing with telescopes -- Where to find the Big Dipper -- The speed of light -- Stars on the move.
Geographic Term:
ISBN:
9780823961627
Publisher:
New York : PowerKids Press, 2003.
