"Astronomy for Young Folks" by Isabel Martin Lewis is a gateway for young minds into the vast world above, presenting astronomy as an exciting field easily understood by children. The book's mission is to teach kids about constellations, stars, and planets as seen through the seasons, explaining their movements simply, while encouraging hands-on exploration of the night sky using star charts. The book starts with a preface that highlights learning astronomy is just like learning any other thing about nature. The tone is friendly, making it easy for any young person to become interested in the science above the earth.
Astronomy for Young Folks
By Isabel Martin Lewis
Embark on a celestial journey, where young readers unlock cosmic secrets and chart their own course through the stars.
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2014-03-11
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About the AuthorIsabel Martin Lewis was an American astronomer who was the first woman hired by the United States Naval Observatory as assistant astronomer. In 1918, Lewis was elected a member of the American Astronomical Society. She was also a member of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada and the Astronomical Society of the Pacific.
Isabel Martin Lewis was an American astronomer who was the first woman hired by the United States Naval Observatory as assistant astronomer. In 1918, Lewis was elected a member of the American Astronomical Society. She was also a member of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada and the Astronomical Society of the Pacific.
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