| Zoo in the Sky: A Book of Animal Constellations Contributor(s): Mitton, Jacqueline (Author) |
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ISBN: 0792259351 ISBN-13: 9780792259350 Publisher: National Geographic Kids OUR PRICE: $7.16 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2006 Annotation: Large, vibrant paintings and shimmering foil stars make a brilliant connection between age-old stargazing tales and the constellations. Full color. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Astronomy - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Folklore & Mythology |
| Dewey: 523.8 |
| LCCN: 2007270190 |
| Lexile Measure: 840 |
| Physical Information: 0.19" H x 10.9" W x 8.46" (0.34 lbs) 32 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 102185 Reading Level: 4.5 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This award-winning book capturing the glittering light show of the constellations is now available in paperback. Take an illuminating ride through the starry night sky with National Geographic's Zoo in the Sky Little Bear and the Great Bear in the Northern Sky; the scaly dragon winding his long tail; the Great Dog chasing the Hare in the Southern Sky; all are beautifully rendered in Christina Balit's vibrant art, studded with shiny stars, which perfectly illustrates Jacqueline Mitton's rich text. Awards include: Parent's Guide to Children's Media Award Parent Council Award REVIEW(S): A visually dynamic introduction to the animal constellations. -Booklist |