Books like The Big Dipper by Franklyn M. Branley

Name: The Big Dipper
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)
Author: Franklyn M. Branley

The Big Dipper introduces children to the fundamentals of stargazing by detailing the seven stars that compose this famous constellation. It explains how the Dipper’s orientation shifts with the seasons and how its bowl points directly toward Polaris, the North Star. By combining clear facts with engaging language, the book makes the science of astronomy approachable for young minds.

First publish date: 1962

Genre: Science/Astronomy

Authors: Franklyn M. Branley

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