Auroras : behind the Northern and Southern lights

Auroras Behind the Northern and Southern lights

Elisa Peters

Book - 2017

"Auroras -- the dancing lights that most often grace the night skies of the North and South Poles -- look like magnificent kaleidoscopes of light and color to the naked eye. This absorbing volume breaks down this breathtaking phenomenon, using it to introduce elementary readers to the basics of magnetism and atmospheric science. The narrative carefully explains how the Earth's poles and atmosphere affect solar wind and describes how similar dazzling displays are visible on other planets. Vivid images capture the wonder of the northern and southern lights, while boxed terms and guiding questions nurture a deeper curiosity about our atmosphere." -- Publisher's website.

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Subjects
Auroras > Juvenile literature.
Geomagnetism > Juvenile literature.
Published
New York : Britannica Educational Publishing, in association with Rosen Educational Services [2017]
Language
English
Main Author
Elisa Peters (author)
Edition
First edition
Physical Description
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
ISBN
9781680484793
9781680484861
  • What are auroras?
  • Beautiful forms
  • Looking for auroras
  • A giant magnet
  • Earth's magnetic field
  • Earth's atmosphere
  • Causing bright colors
  • Solar activity and auroras
  • Unearthly auroras
  • Understanding auroras.
Review by Booklist Review

Auroras are one of the most beautiful natural phenomena, and people frequently brave extremely cold conditions just to catch a glimpse of them. This science-heavy addition to the Nature's Mysteries series explains, in no small detail, how the earth's magnetic field and atmosphere work to create the display of lights (both northern and southern, in this case), while also explaining solar activity and the presence of auroras on other planets. Recurring Think about It boxes provide discussion questions to engage young readers, and brightly colored photos capture stunning auroras from around the world, while clear charts and graphs help explain the scientific facts behind them. While younger readers may struggle with some of the admittedly difficult science, this is a comprehensive guide to a natural wonder that will be of great aid in school reports and for budding scientists.--Reagan, Maggie Copyright 2016 Booklist

From Booklist, Copyright (c) American Library Association. Used with permission.

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