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Astronomy & Space - Your Place in the Universe

Description

Book Synopsis: Explore the known Universe and consider its mind-boggling scale in this crisply illustrated, well-researched picture book from Caldecott Medalist Jason Chin. Winner of the Cook Prize! Most eight-year-olds are about five times as tall as this book . . . but only half as tall as an ostrich, which is half as tall as a giraffe . . . twenty times smaller than a California Redwood! How do they compare to the tallest buildings? To Mt. Everest? To stars, galaxy clusters, and . . . the universe?

Jason Chin, the award-winning author and illustrator of Grand Canyon has once again found a way to make a complex subject--size, scale and almost unimaginable distance--accessible and understandable to readers of all ages. Meticulously researched and featuring the highly detailed artwork for which he is renowned, this is How Much is a Million for the new millenium, sure to be an immediate hit with kids looking for an engaging way to delve into perspective, astronomy, and astrophysics. Curious readers will love the extensive supplementary material included in the back of the back of the book.

An American Library Association Notable Children’s Book

A New England Book Award Finalist

A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year

A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

A Horn Book Fanfare Best Book of the Year

A Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the Year!

Details

Are you ready to embark on an incredible journey through the vastness of the universe? Look no further than Jason Chin's award-winning book, "Your Place in the Universe." Get ready to be amazed as you explore the mind-boggling scale of our known universe in this beautifully illustrated and meticulously researched picture book.

With its crisp illustrations and engaging content, this book is perfect for readers of all ages who are curious about size, scale, and the unimaginable distances that exist in our universe. Join the adventure as you compare the height of an eight-year-old to an ostrich, a giraffe, and even the towering California Redwood. And that's just the beginning!

Discover how our humble earthly structures, like the tallest buildings and majestic Mount Everest, pale in comparison to the breathtaking vastness of stars, galaxy clusters, and the entire universe. Jason Chin has once again created a masterpiece, making complex scientific concepts of astronomy and astrophysics accessible and understandable to everyone.

Not only will you be captivated by the stunning artwork, but the book also includes extensive supplementary material at the back, providing even more opportunities for curious minds to delve into the fascinating subjects of perspective, astronomy, and astrophysics. Don't miss out on this incredible educational resource!

Don't wait any longer to explore the wonders of the universe. Grab a copy of "Your Place in the Universe" now and embark on an awe-inspiring journey of discovery. Expand your horizons and gain a new perspective on our place in the vast cosmos. Order your copy today to begin your cosmic adventure! Click here to make your purchase.

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