Introduces black holes, describing their physical features, how they were discovered, what causes them, and where they exist in space.

Follow Dr. Alex Fillippenko and his High-Z Supernova Search Team to Mauna Kea volcano in Hawaii, where they will study space phenomena and look for supernovae, dying stars that explode with the power of billions of hydrogen bombs. Dr. Fillippenko looks for black holes--areas in space with such a strong gravitational pull that no matter or energy can escape from them--with his robotic telescope. And they study the effects of dark energy, the mysterious...

Introduces basic concepts about outer space, from the sun and the moon to the planets and space exploration.

An up-to-the-minute examination of the factual and theoretical nature of the stellar phenomena of quasars, pulsars, and black holes and their effect on the cosmos.

This book explores the methods scientists use to explore space, including telescopes, space stations, and probes.

"Stars and planets! The astronomer knows a lot about them. With telescopes, computers, and a lot of patience, she studies the universe. Sometimes, she even travels to an observatory in the mountains, because up there, she can see space even better through the telescopes!"-- Publisher's website.

"Describes supernovas and black holes, including what they are, how they form, and how scientists research them"--

Blast off on a fun, first exploration of our super cool planets! My first book of planets will get even the smallest astronomer excited for the big universe of space, from the bright and burning sun to our own blue Earth to icy Pluto, and everything in between. Kids can rocket across our unique solar system through incredible photos and easy-to-follow entries on what makes each planet so special, covering their size, their distance from the sun, what...

Explores the universe, from cosmic dust to supergiant stars, offering readers a basic knowledge about space and the mysteries that can be found there.