Once Upon a Starry Night
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2003 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

Once Upon a Starry Night

Written by Jacqueline Mitton

Explore the myths behind ten constellations in a starry night journey.

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32 pages· 901 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud· NC990L
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Bookroo's summary

Embark on a celestial journey through the night sky, where ancient Greek and Roman myths come alive. Discover the stories behind ten legendary constellations, from Andromeda to Pegasus, as they illuminate the universe. With vibrant illustrations and poetic storytelling, this book reveals the cosmic tales that have fascinated humanity for centuries. What secrets do the stars hold, and how do they connect us to the past? Dive into a world where mythology and astronomy intertwine, offering a dazzling glimpse into the heavens.

From the publisher

The follow-up to Zoo in the Sky presents facts about stars, nebulas, galaxies, and constellations and recounts the Greek myths that provide widely-known names for ten constellations, from Andromeda to Pegasus.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
901
Reading age
6–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
NC990L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5
F&P level
~X
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
77306
Publication
Published
February 1, 2004
First published
January 1, 2003
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780792263326

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