Dot to Dot in the Sky, Stories in the Stars

By Joan Marie Galat

Subjects: Juvenile literature, Astronomy, Constellations, Astronomy, juvenile literature, Ouvrages pour la jeunesse

Description: Look up in the sky! There’s a flying horse, a queen, and even a dragon! The night sky is a treasure trove of stories filled with heroes, wild animals, and adventure. It’s just a matter of knowing where to look. Fifteen constellations are portrayed in this fun guide to astronomy, from the easily recognizable Ursa Major, the big bear, to the distinct stars of Orion, the famous hunter. Each constellation features a pronunciation guide, a myth to explain the constellation, and sure-fire instructions on how to find each group of stars. This ultimate guide to star-gazing is the perfect bed-time book– just don’t expect to get much sleep! Color illustrations Ages 8-12 Visit www.joangalat.com to order an autographed copy. “Connecting dots in the night sky is a sensible first step to begin exploring Earth, where we live among the stars.” Roberta Bondar scientist, physician, astronaut, photographer