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There Once Was a Sky Full of Stars (Hardcover)

~ Bob Crelin (Author), Amie Ziner (Illustrator)
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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If you’re looking for a unique children’s bedtime story with an astronomical theme, pick up There Once Was a Sky Full of Stars. This beautifully illustrated book helps children discover the magic of the night sky, the growing problem of light pollution, and what can be done to save the vanishing stars. (A portion of the proceeds goes to the International Dark-Sky Association.) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Bob Crelin has spent many years working with lawmakers to preserve the wonders of the night sky for our children. There Once Was a Sky Full of Stars is his first book. A father, musician, inventor, and artist, he cofounded the Wandering Star Project, Inc., a non-profit, astronomy-education organization for children. Bob's light pollution activism led him to design his own "night-sky friendly" light fixture, the GlareBuster. On any clear night, you can find Bob sharing the stars with his family in Connecticut. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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  • Reading level: Ages 9-12
  • Hardcover: 34 pages
  • Publisher: Sky Publishing (May 1, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1931559376
  • ISBN-13: 978-1931559379
  • Product Dimensions: 11.9 x 9 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #400,390 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Where did our dark skies go?, September 8, 2005
By S. D. Weitzenhoffer (Houston, TX United States) - See all my reviews
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This book is a great one for children and adults. The illustrations are beautiful, and the singsong verse tells of the wonders of the night sky, and how they are lost in light pollution, and what other negative consequences light pollution has for nature. It also gives hope, as it lays out the very simple solution -- design and use night lighting that puts light only where it's needed.

Amateur astronomy is a hobby of mine, and I found myself a little misty as I read this book for the first time to my children.

A portion of its new price goes to the International Dark Sky Association, so please buy it new!
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars There Once Was A Sky Full Of Stars is a must, October 31, 2003
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There Once Was A Sky Full Of Stars is a fabulous children's book, and one of a kind. Adults too, enjoy reading it. Bob Crelin wrote this book in such a way that you do not realize it is filled with such important information until you put it down. Then, you are ready to read it again. It is written extremely well, there is great a rhythm to the book, the story is awesome, and the illustrations are terrific. It is a fun read, and kids love it.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Too Pretty..., July 22, 2007
This is a beautiful book with an important message. The illustrations are gorgeous--that being the problem! My 3.5 year old daughter thinks that the illustrations with the "pretty lights" (the ones of the cities overloaded with too many lights--"light pollution" were prettier than the ones the writer meant to be the more important ones--the lovely night skies with the stars being the important "light"). No matter...this is still a favorite story of hers and I love it too. With my coaching, she's beginning to understand the message. Just lovely!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful illustrations and story with a purpose
Get those little ones started young on understanding the impact of our actions on the world around us! This reads like a children's story should but does address a real issue. Read more
Published 4 days ago by S. Milcetic

5.0 out of 5 stars Should Be In Every School, Home, and Library
During the 2009 International Year of Astronomy and beyond, this book should be in every school, home, and library. Read more
Published 16 months ago by C. Bueter

3.0 out of 5 stars It's okay.
This book is a little juvenile, but well written. I only hope that those who read this to their kids take the necessary effort to escort them to a dark sky place (at any cost)... Read more
Published 22 months ago by rsb

5.0 out of 5 stars A Reminder: Sky Glow is Killing Our Imaginations...
I love the whole idea of this book because it reminds people that, "Once upon a time," people did look to their night skies in awe, in wonder, in complete reverence. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Arcturus70

5.0 out of 5 stars A timely and important environmental message
Bob Crelin opens our eyes to the disappearing night sky due to light pollution. In this beautifully written and illustrated book, we are shown not only what we are missing in the... Read more
Published on June 1, 2007 by Dwight Dulsky

5.0 out of 5 stars A Tear to the Eye
I'm not ashamed to say this book brought a tear to my eye. Wonderful illustrations. This is "must have" for your kid's bookshelf.
Published on December 13, 2005 by K. Conod

5.0 out of 5 stars star light star bright
The stars are our past and our future. Mr. Crelin's words gently educates
the reader. It is a positive message. Read more
Published on February 21, 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Endearing and educational - meaningful to kids AND adults
This book is lovingly written. The illustrations accompany the text beautifully, with realistic depictions of dark skies and light polluted skies. Read more
Published on November 8, 2003 by ssevern@candlewood.net

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Awareness
(...) Greater distribution of this book will help future generations realize the wonder that the night sky has to offer.
Published on November 3, 2003 by Scott A. Griswold

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