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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher
Jossey-Bass Inc Pub
Publication date
August 14, 2002
Pages
118
Book category
Juvenile Non-Fiction
ISBN-13
9780471208297
ISBN-10
0471208299
Original list price
$12.95
Other format details
juvenile
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Summary
Presents various astronomy activities using a telescope, including constructing a simple telescope, tracking satellites, and sketching details of the moon.
(view table of contents)Amazon.com description: Product Description: Discover the power of your telescope as you explore the vast reaches of the universe
Want to explore Mars? Observe Jupiter's cloud bands? Visit a galaxy that's almost 2 million light years away? With More Telescope Power, you can do all of that and more! Under the guidance of experienced astronomer Gregory Matloff, you'll uncover the full potential of your telescope as you take a fascinating tour of the universe.
Along the way you'll learn plenty of new observation techniques, including: using various eyepieces and filters; tracking satellites; observing comets and meteors; using sunspots to determine solar rotation; and much, much more. Filled with dozens of all-new stargazing projects and observing activities, this detailed guide also contains plenty of helpful illustrations such as finder charts, lunar and solar eclipse tables, diagrams, and photos. Whether you're a science teacher searching for simple telescope projects, an amateur astronomer just learning to use your new telescope, or a science student with a yen for the stars, you'll find everything you're looking for in More Telescope Power.
Want to explore Mars? Observe Jupiter's cloud bands? Visit a galaxy that's almost 2 million light years away? With More Telescope Power, you can do all of that and more! Under the guidance of experienced astronomer Gregory Matloff, you'll uncover the full potential of your telescope as you take a fascinating tour of the universe.
Along the way you'll learn plenty of new observation techniques, including: using various eyepieces and filters; tracking satellites; observing comets and meteors; using sunspots to determine solar rotation; and much, much more. Filled with dozens of all-new stargazing projects and observing activities, this detailed guide also contains plenty of helpful illustrations such as finder charts, lunar and solar eclipse tables, diagrams, and photos. Whether you're a science teacher searching for simple telescope projects, an amateur astronomer just learning to use your new telescope, or a science student with a yen for the stars, you'll find everything you're looking for in More Telescope Power.
Editions
Paperback
from Jossey-Bass Inc Pub (March 29, 2002)
9780471409854 | details & prices | 128 pages | 6.75 × 9.75 × 0.25 in. | Rec. grade levels 4-6 | 0.50 lbs | List price $12.95
About: Presents various astronomy activities using a telescope, including constructing a simple telescope, tracking satellites, and sketching details of the moon.
About: Presents various astronomy activities using a telescope, including constructing a simple telescope, tracking satellites, and sketching details of the moon.
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from Jossey-Bass Inc Pub (August 14, 2002)
9780471208297 | details & prices | 118 pages | Rec. grade levels 4-6 | List price $12.95
About: Presents various astronomy activities using a telescope, including constructing a simple telescope, tracking satellites, and sketching details of the moon.
About: Presents various astronomy activities using a telescope, including constructing a simple telescope, tracking satellites, and sketching details of the moon.
Prebinding
Reprint edition from Paw Prints (August 11, 2008)
9781439522677 | details & prices | 128 pages | Rec. grade levels 4-6 | List price $21.95
About: Discover the power of your telescope as you explore the vast reaches of the universe Want to explore Mars?
About: Discover the power of your telescope as you explore the vast reaches of the universe Want to explore Mars?
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