Twinkle Twinkle Little Star: I Know Exactly What You Are
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star: I Know Exactly What You Are

By Julia Kregenow PhD, Carmen Saldaṅa (Illustrator)

Discover the true science behind twinkling stars in a whimsical journey through the night sky.

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40 pages· 270 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Join an astrophysicist on a whimsical journey to uncover the true nature of stars. Through the familiar tune of 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star,' learn what makes stars twinkle, their immense size, and their fascinating composition. This enchanting exploration reveals the scientific magic behind the stars, transforming a classic lullaby into an educational adventure. What secrets do these distant, luminous giants hold? Find out as you delve into the mysteries of the universe, where stars are more than just wishes—they're cosmic wonders waiting to be understood.

From the publisher

Teach children about the real science behind the stars using one of the most iconic and recognized childhood classics, ‘Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star’ Twinkle, Twinkle, Little StarI know exactly what you are.Opaque ball of hot dense gas,million times our planet’s mass,looking small because you’re farI know exactly what you areWritten by an expert in astrophysics, this book is the perfect primer for learning exactly what those twinkling little stars are doing way up high in the sky. Each stanza explains what stars are made of and their relationship to the earth in an easy-to-understand way.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
270
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
750L
Themes & topics
Books about starsBooks about scienceBooks about outer spaceBooks about astronomyBooks about science and nature
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.1
F&P level
~R
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
197887
Publication
Published
September 1, 2018
First published
September 4, 2018
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781492670063

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