Comets
By: Nick Hunter
Edition: 1st ed.
Series: The night sky: and other amazing sights
Publisher: Heinemann Library
Published: 2013
Place of publication: Chicago, Ill
Language: eng
Number of pages: 32
ISBN-13: 9781432975142; 9781432975197
Subjects: Comets; Astronomy; Juvenile literature
Description: "This book looks at comets, exploring what they are, where they come from, what people thought of them in the past, and how we study comets today. A fun activity is provided along with tips for spotting comets. Beautiful photographs and simple text help to engage readers and aid their understanding"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.

Accelerated Reader AR LG 4.6 0.5 159587.
Table of contents: title: Out of this world; title: Beliefs of the past; title: What are comets?; title: What are comets made from?; title: Where do comets come from?; title: Crossing the solar system; title: Halley's comet; title: Comet crashes; title: Exploring comets; title: Deep impact; title: Discovering comets; title: See for yourself; title: Measuring space.