Seeing Stars: Shining Star Light (Paperback)

~ Charles Hobson (Author) "In ancient times, when there were no electric lights, nights were darker than they are today..." (more)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Designed for the astronomically inclined, Charles Hobson's Seeing Stars is one stellar tool kit. Inside, 10 die-cut cards feature depictions of the constellations as diagrammed by Greek astronomers. Turned over, they reveal the constellations as seen from Earth. Youngsters can create starlight in a darkened room by beaming the matchbox-thin flashlight (included) at the card. A handbook retells the Andromeda myth and tells how to locate the Great Bear, the Little Bear and Orion's Belt in the night sky. (Chronicle, $14.95 ages 8-up ISBN 0-8118-3205-8; Oct.)

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Product Description

Become a storyteller and navigator of the stars with this interactive introduction to the night sky. Shine the light from the flashlight through the star-punched cards to project ten different constellations onto a table or wall. Learn the exciting Greek myth behind each constellation's name, how to find it in the sky, and other fascinating facts about Cassiopeia, Pegasus, Orion's Belt, the Great Bear, and many more. Seeing Stars is a fun and educational kit perfect for stargazers of all ages.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Chronicle Books; Book and Access edition (August 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811832058
• ISBN-13: 978-0811832052
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 5.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #551,999 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Whata gift for grandkids, November 1, 2001

By	Friend of a Mother (Inverness, CA USA) - See all my reviews

I have tried it once on a young grandchild and his parents, with immediate success. It is an artful book that has the feature of allowing the reader (or the parent) to project the constellations using the flashlight and the cards that come with the book. There is mythology and entertainment at the same time. There may be more of these in some Christmas stockings this year. Besides, you come away with a cool flashlight.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Gift Book!, April 6, 2002

By	John (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews

This is a fabulous book, because it expands the notions of what a book can be, making it more fun and interactive. The storybook recounting the myth of the Andromeda constellation is enhanced by interactive cards and a flashlight that allow a kid to project the constellations on the wall of ceiling or a dark room. This makes it really accessible and entertaining. Very innovative.

A great gift book! I gave one to a six-year old friend and she loved it!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars defective flashlight?, December 19, 2003

By A Customer

if you call Chronicle Books, the publisher, they will be happy to replace the flashlight for you. the customer service number is 1/800/722/6657.