Discover 15 stars, planets, and other celestial bodies, and learn how to spot them in the night sky. Find out how to recognize the phases of the moon, navigate by the North Star, and identify satellites--all from your own backyard! Then uncover how humankind has its history woven into the constellations that light up our skies...this is the perfect introduction to the night sky for families everywhere.

"A family guide to the night sky"--Cover sticker. Includes glossary.

Moon : hero of rhythm and renewal --Sun : hero of light and life -- Polaris : hero of direction and dependability -- Mercury : hero of quickness and quirkiness -- Orion's Belt : hero of tales and trios -- Venus : hero of beginnings and endings -- Halley's Comet : hero of wonder and wariness -- Mars : hero of investigation and imagination -- Alioth : hero of nature and navigation -- Jupiter : hero of majesty and magnitude -- Sirius : hero of luster and loyalty -- Satellites : heroes of communication and cooperation -- Acrux : hero of travel and tradition -- Milky Way : hero of immensity and ancestry -- Atmosphere : hero of pageantry and protection.