"What is a black hole? What is dark matter and what is it made of? How do scientists discover black holes and dark matter if they can't be seen? What do scientists know about these mysterious parts of the universe and what do they still hope to find out? Budding astronomers will learn the answers to these questions and more!"--

How do you prove an impossible idea?

With courage, perseverance, and a lot of luck!

In 1915, British astronomer Arthur Stanley Eddington was fascinated with Einstein's new theory of general relativity. The theory talks about how forces push and pull objects in space. Einstein said that the sun's gravity could pull and bend light.

To test this, astronomers decided to photograph a solar eclipse. The eclipse would allow

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Our sun is our constant companion, giving us a seemingly endless supply of light, heat, and energy. But it will have an end. Like all stars, the sun had a beginning, and it will die, too. This book details how this will happen and the likely effects the sun's end will have on Earth. Readers learn how gravity and nuclear fusion work together in the birth and death of stars. This captivating glimpse into the far, far future will awe enthusiasts of astronomy....

"Winner of the 2002 Award for Best Professional/Scholarly Book in Physics and Astronomy, Association of American Publishers" "Finalist for the 2003 Aventis General Prize" Robert P. Kirshner is the Clowes Professor of Science at Harvard University. The Extravagant Universe tells the story of a remarkable adventure of scientific discovery. One of the world's leading astronomers, Robert Kirshner, takes readers inside a lively research team on the quest...

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to astronomers. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade."--

"A fascinating and thought-provoking investigation into the nature of black holes-a blend of the spiritual, the philosophical, and the scientific-from the premier German astrophysicist who made history in 2019, capturing the first one on film"--

Explores astronomy, discussing both ancient research and modern developments.

What do physics, math, space, and the night sky have in common? They are all topics that interest astronomers. This title will introduce budding scientists to hands-on experiments that may spark their interest in a career in astronomy. All books contain descriptions of the scientific method, lab safety guidelines, and career information.

"From planets and stars to constellations and meteor showers, readers will discover the amazing sights that can be seen in our night sky in this stellar Level 1 Ready-to-Read"--