DKfindout! Universe

By DK

Part of the DKfindout! series

Uncover cosmic secrets and explore the universe with engaging facts and challenges.

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64 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into the universe with a vibrant journey through stars, galaxies, and cosmic wonders. Discover how the sun orbits the Milky Way, astronauts train underwater, and the mysteries of contacting aliens. Meet legendary astronauts and explore constellations like Cassiopeia. With expert insights and stunning visuals, this book is perfect for young explorers eager to expand their space knowledge and inspire their next science project.

From the publisher

Explore stars, galaxies, and our incredible universe with this children’s book full of photographs and illustrations, fascinating facts, and engaging challenges–from the creators of DKfindout.com, DK’s free online resource for kids. Did you know that the sun takes 240 million years to make one orbit around the Milky Way? Or that astronauts learn what it feels like in space by training underwater? Find out why! Perfect for all young Earthlings who want a highly visual STEM book to increase their space know-how, DK findout! Universe is sure to inspire the next amazing science fair project or school report. Inside, author Giles Sparrow breaks down the universe and our place in it. With this DK findout! book, you will: - See meteors, comets, asteroids, and the eight planets of our solar system- Learn how astronomers measure cosmic distances using light-years- Read about amazing astronauts, such as Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong- Discover how people have tried to contact aliens over the years using space probes, satellite dishes, and radio signals- Explore night-sky star constellations like Cassiopeia, Centaurus, and Ursa Major- Hear from real-life expert Suzanna Randall what it’s like to be an astronomer today- and find out much, much more! The DK findout! series of kids books helps children become experts on their favorite nonfiction subjects, from dinosaurs and ancient civilizations to space, coding, and cutting-edge technology. Learn more about space–and everything else–at www.dkfindout.com, the award-winning free educational website.

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