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Astronomical Soc. of Pacific Cycles Book

Graphically reveal the motion of theSun and stars, phases of the Moon, and the reasons for seasons. Restore an awarenessof the cycles of our planets, lost by modern man's dependence on clocks, andremedy common scientific misconceptions with these delightful cartoons.

32 pages, @1995, paperback, for age 10 and up

$3.95

Sky Publishing Caldwell Card (Laminated)

Sky Publishing Caldwell Card (Laminated)
Modeled after our popular Messier Card, this handy observing aid charts the location of all 109 Caldwell objects on one side and tabulates the positions (2000.0), sizes, and apparent magnitudes of the objects on the other side. Laminated finish protects it against moisture and wear.

$4.95

Peterson First Guide to Astronomy

A basic field guide for beginning observers of the night sky, introducing information on the locations, names, and characteristics of stars, constellations, and other bodies in outer space.

$7.00

Peterson First Guide to the Solar System

Budding astronomers – backyard or armchair – will learn not only where to look for the planets in the nighttime sky but also how space missions to the planets and their moons have increased our understanding of Earth, its atmosphere and the moon.

$7.00

Firefly Books Exploring the Night Sky The Equinox Astronomy Guide for Beginners

Exploring the Night Sky is aimed at novice star gazers anxious to expand their astronomical repertoire beyond the Big and Little Dippers. Dickinson has designed a superb introduction to astronomy that is clear, concise, beautifully illustrated, and very "user friendly" no matter what the child's age.

$9.95

Firefly Books Exploring the Sky by Day

ISBN: 0920656714
Author: Terence Dickinson and illustrated by John Bianchi
Format: Paperback, 72 pages
Pub. Date: September 1988
Publisher: Firefly Books LTD.
Notes: full color photographs& illustrations

$9.95

Houghton Mifflin Find the Constellations

Written with children in mind, H.A. Rey's book on constellations of the northern hemisphere is a great read for beginners. There's an extensive index and glossary of terms, a general sky chart and an updated planet-finder showing location of the planets through 2006.

$9.95

Houghton Mifflin Stars: A New Way to See Them

The Stars: A New Way to See Them. By H.A. Rey. This remains our all-time favorite guide to learning the constellations. Written for older kids and adults, its simple style has made it a top seller for more than 40 years. Classy cartoon illustrations and star charts round out this fine guidebook. 160 pages, softcover.

$11.95

Sky Publishing The Moon Book

By Kim Long. This slim volume is packed with fascinating facts about the magnificent, mysterious Moon. It explains lunar phases, eclipses, earthshine, and why the Moon rises and sets differently at different times of the year. Along with observing tips and technical data, you also get insightful historical discussions, including the Moon calendars of different cultures, the history of lunar explor

$12.50

Firefly Books Firefly Astronomy Dictionary

ISBN: 1552978370
Author: John Woodruff
Format: Paperback, 256 pages
Pub. Date: October 2003
Publisher: Firefly Books LTD.
Notes: 200color diagrams, 35 tables, appendix

$14.95

Firefly Books Mars Observer's Guide

ISBN: 1552978028
Author: Robin Kerrod
Format: Paperback, 160 pages
Pub. Date: April 2003
Publisher: Firefly Books LTD.
Notes: fullcolor throughout, 100 color photographs, maps, bibliography, index

$14.95

RITI Space Update Software

RITI Space Update Software.
SPACE UPDATE is an interactive, real-time display system of Earth and Space Science images and data designed for educational purposes and recreational learning. Space Update is great for reference, home-study, and educators. This software is now ready for release in both Mac and Windows versions for your learning and enjoyment.

$15.00

RITI Earth Update Software

RITI Earth Update Software.
EARTH UPDATE, funded by NASA, created by Rice University, and showcased at the Houston Museum of Natural Science, is an interactive, real-time display system of Earth images and data designed for educational purposes and recreational learning.

$15.00

Peterson Field Guide to the Stars and Planets, 4th Edition

By Jay M. Pasachoff. A newly revised 4th edition of a perennial favorite! It includes hundreds of photographs (many in color), maps of the Moon, 52 newly revised atlas charts, and 72 monthly sky maps for observers in both hemispheres -- all packed into a compact field-guide format.

$18.95

Firefly Books Summer Stargazing A Practical Guide for Recreational Astronomers

Summer Stargazing A Practical Guide for Recreational, Astronomers by Terence Dickinson,Publisher: Firefly Books,Pages: 64 Publication,Date: 04/02/2005,Trim Size: 8 3/4" x 11 1/4" x 3/8",Notes: 150 color photographs, resources, star charts, index,Audience: TRA Age Range: 10 - up

$18.95

Sky Publishing Starlight Nights: The Adventures of a Star-Gazer

By Leslie C. Peltier. Long out of print, the much-loved autobiography of celebrated comet-hunter Leslie Peltier is being reissued on the 100th anniversary of his birth. In a career spanning six decades and using telescopes from 2 to 12 inches in diameter, Peltier discovered a dozen comets and six novae and made more than 100,000 observations of variable stars.

$19.95

Sky Publishing StarWare, 2nd Edition

By Philip S. Harrington. The subtitle says it all: "The Amateur Astronomer's Ultimate Guide to Choosing, Buying, and Using Telescopes and Accessories."

$19.95

Firefly Books Aurora The Mysterious Northern Lighs

ISBN: 1552095835
Author: Candace Savage
Format: Paperback with flaps, 144 pages
Pub. Date: September 2001
Publisher: Firefly Books LTD.
Notes: fullcolor and black and white photographs, illustrations and drawings, index

$19.95

Astronomical Soc. of Pacific Night Sky Adventure

A step-by-step introduction to the night sky, Night Sky Adventure is chock full of activities, observing guides, and information to help explorers of all ages enjoy the night sky together. Kit includes these unique adventures.

$19.95

Astronomical Soc. of Pacific Race to the Planets

This game encourages the exploration of many intriguing worlds in our solar system. Slip the question card into the special decoder to get in the race. The first to collect 7 different planets on the Frequent Flyer Card wins the game.

$19.95