Luna: The Science and Stories of Our Moon by David A. Aguilar (Children's Nonfiction Book Review)

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Luna: The Science and Stories of Our Moon

by David A. Aguilar
Published by National Geographic Society
on June 11, 2019
Genre: Children's Nonfiction

Length: 64 pages

Ages: 10 - 12 years

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Synopsis:

Explore the moon from all angles, from its place in the night sky and our solar system to its role in shaping human history and culture.

Through gorgeous illustrations and photography, see the moon like you've never seen it before. Read myths of the moon's creation from around the world. Discover the science of how the moon actually formed. Learn all about the moon's effects on Earth's tides and imagine what the world would be like without them. Take a look at moon-men hoaxes from history and find out how scientists may actually colonize Earth's closest neighbor. 

Our Thoughts:

A fascinating look at the science and stories of our moon.

Learn how the moon was formed, why it orbits the Earth, and how it affects our tides. See how it compares to Earth and to other moons and planets in our solar system! Learn the names and phases of the moons, and even see the top ten coolest sites that can be seen on the moon using a telescope!

A few moon myths and mythological moon creatures have been included as well. This educational book has everything you might want to know about Earth's biggest satellite. There is enough information and text to keep readers busy both day (and night!) and plenty of awesome images to keep them visually stimulated as well! 

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