Eclipses

The Night Sky: and Other Amazing Sights

by Nick Hunter

This book looks at solar and lunar eclipses, providing background information about the Sun, the Moon and our planet. The book covers what an eclipse is, what eclipses can look like, how they happen, the effects on wildlife, what people thought of eclipses in the past, how they are studied today, and about eclipses on other planets. A fun activity is provided along with advice on viewing eclipses. Beautiful photographs and simple text help to engage readers and aid their understanding.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

32 pages, Library Binding

First published July 1, 2013

Reviews

[Janet · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really good source of information for a wide range of ages.

[Kate ☆♪ · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read a few pages of this book to my first-grade clinical placement classroom while I taught a lesson on solar eclipses. It is a good nonfiction book for students to have in school.