Northern lights / Nick Hunter.

Author/creator Hunter, Nick
Format Book
Edition1st ed.
Publication InfoChicago, Ill. : Capstone Heinemann Library, ©2013.
Description32 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Auroras--Juvenile literature.
Solar wind--Juvenile literature.
Magnetic fields--Juvenile literature.

SeriesThe night sky: and other amazing sights in space
Hunter, Nick. Night sky and other amazing sights in space. ^A1167829
Contents Out of this world -- What are the northern lights? -- Where can you see the northern lights? -- Southern lights -- What causes the northern lights? -- Magnetic Earth -- Storms on the sun -- Studying the sun -- Across the solar system -- Beliefs of the past -- See for yourself -- Exploring magnetic fields.
Abstract "This book looks at the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights, exploring what they are, what they look like, where they can be seen, and how they are caused. Readers also learn about the significance of solar storms, the Southern Lights, what people thought about auroras in the past, and how they are explored today. A fun activity is provided along with advice on viewing auroras. Beautiful photographs and simple text help to engage readers and aid their understanding"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2012043048
ISBN9781432975166 (hb)
ISBN1432975161 (hb)
ISBN9781432975210 (pb)
ISBN1432975218 (pb)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner TRC Nonfiction 538.768 H918N ✔ Available Place Hold