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Wonders of the Universe by Brian Cox and Andrew Cohen Using research from the natural world, Cox explains the cosmos. He demonstrates how, by understanding the science of Earth, we can better understand the universe. Cox, Brian and Andrew Cohen. Wonders of the Universe. New York: Harper Design, 2011. Print. ISBN: 9780062110541 Hardcover U.S. $29.99 Click here to see if this item is available at Ames Public Library! | |
The Practical Astronomer by Will Gater and Anton Vamplew The Practical Astronomer provides colorful illustrations, practical advice on reading star maps and charts, and easy-to-follow information about the night sky and the universe. Amateur astronomers will delight in the inclusion of basic facts, fascinating findings, and beautiful images. Gater, Will and Anton Vamplew. The Practical Astronomer. New York: DK, 2010. Print. ISBN: 9780756662103 Paperback. U.S. $19.95 Click here to see if this item is available at Ames Public Library! |
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The Space Chronicles: Facing the Ultimate Frontier by Neil deGrasse Tyson Tyson wades through space science topics with ease and humor. He discusses the changing role of space science research, the future of space travel, and how aliens (if they existed) might go about finding us. Tyson, Neil deGrasse. The Space Chronicles: Facing the Ultimate Frontier. New York: W.W. Norton, 2012. Print. ISBN: 9780393082104 U.S. $26.95 Click here to see if this item is available at Ames Public Library! |
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The Night Sky Month by Month by Will Gater and Giles Sparrow This book provides vivid illustrations of stars, constellations, meteor showers, and other celestial phenomena. The maps are specific to the sky from 2010 to 2019. Gater, Will and Giles Sparrow. The Night Sky Month by Month. New York: DK, 2011. Print. ISBN:9780756671488 Hardcover. U.S. $19.99 Click here to see if this item is available at Ames Public Library! |
Iowa Starwatch by Mike Lynch This observer's manual is specific to the night sky in Iowa. Seasonal sky maps, guides to observing the phases of the moon and the patterns of the planets, and a handy guide for using a telescope are just a few of the useful tools in this book. Lynch, Mike. Iowa Starwatch. Saint Paul, MN, Voyageur Press, 2006. Print. ISBN: 9780760327005 Paperback U.S. $9.95 Click here to see if this item is available at Ames Public Library! |
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Astronomy for Dummies by Stephen P. Maran Black holes, asteroids, quasars, white dwarfs and everything in between; Maran outlines a little bit of everything in this easy to use book. Star maps and charts and color illustrations collaborate with clear, understandable text to create a great place to start space science research and use as a reference guide. Maran, Stephen P. Astronomy for Dummies. Hoboken, New Jersey: Wiley, 2005. Print. ISBN: 0764584650 Paperback. U.S. $19.99
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Shadows in Flight by Orson Scott Card A powerhouse in the world of Science Fiction, Orson Scott Card, creates realism is the face of incredible situations. Shadows in Flight, the latest in the Shadows Saga, continues the story of space explorer, Bean. While Card's books are definitely works of imagination, the author creates technology based on that which has already been discovered. He also creates environments that reflect the realities of the cosmos. Card, Orson Scott. Shadows in Flight. New York: Tor, 2012. Print. ISBN:9780765332004 Hardcover. U.S. $21.99 Click here to see if this item is available at Ames Public Library! |
The Half Life of Planets by Emily Franklin and Brendan Halpin Liana's been unfairly labeled a slut and feels ostracized during the summer. Hank is used to the feeling, he has Asperger's syndrome. The two form an unusual bond built upon their passions of astronomy and music. There are many fun correlations between astronomy and relationships in this memorable story. Franklin, Emily and Bredan Halpin. The Half Life of Planets. New York: Disney Hyperion Books, 2010. Print. ISBN: 9781423121114 Hardcover. U.S. $16.99 Click here to see if this item is available at Ames Public Library! |
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Every Soul a Star by Wendy Mass This story begins by introducing four different teenagers, from different walks of life and different parts of the country. They each find themselves in a National Park to see the Great Eclipse and find that their lives aren't so different after all. Discussion of the science of eclipses is included. Mass, Wendy. Every Soul a Star. New York: Little, Brown and Co, 2008. Print. ISBN: 9780316002561 Hardcover. U.S. $15.99 Click here to see if this item is available at Ames Public Library! |
How I Killed Pluto and Why It Had It Coming by Mike Brown A first person account by the man responsible for the demotion of Pluto from planet to dwarf planet. Description of the experiences of a professional astronomer and retelling of the methods and practice behind Brown's discovery make this book a thrill for the budding space scientist. Brown, Mike. How I Killed Pluto and Why It Had It Coming. New York: Random House, Spiegel & Grau, 2010. Print. ISBN: 9780385531092 Electronic resource. U.S. $13.99 Click here to see if this item is available for download. |
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Astronomy for Dummies by Stephen P. Maran Black holes, asteroids, quasars, white dwarfs and everything in between; Maran outlines a little bit of everything in this easy to use book. Star maps and charts and color illustrations collaborate with clear, understandable text to create a great place to start space science research and use as a reference guide. Maran, Stephen P. Astronomy for Dummies. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley, 2005. Print. ISBN: 9781118054567Electronic resource. U.S. $10.99 Click here to see if this item is available for download! |
Teach Yourself Visually: Astronomy by Richard Talcott As part of the Teach Yourself Visually series, Talcott provides practical guidance for stargazers and students alike. This book explores space science topics as varied as how a telescope works to the paths of the planets across the sky. Talcott, Richard. Teach Yourself Visually: Astronomy. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley, 2008. Electronic resource. ISBN: 9780470446843 U.S. $13.99 Click here to see if this item is available for download. |
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Sky & Telescope: August 2012 Pictures of a Solar Baby System by Thayne M.Currie and Carol A. Grady This article discusses new technologies in space science and how their effecting the way scientists view the solar system. Through a newly discovered process, space scientists are gaining new insight as to the creation of the solar system. Currie, Thayne M., and Carol A. Grady. "Pictures of a Solar Baby System." Sky & Telescope August 2012: 20-25. Print. Find this article and more with Ebsco |
Scientific American: March 2012 The Far, Far Future of Stars by Daniel Goldsmith Scientists are using data and computer simulations to project the future of the solar system. A decline in interstellar gas and a rise in low-mass, longer-living stars shows repercussions of great magnitude. Simulations reveal potential planet collisions and the end of star formation of trillions of years. Goldsmith, Daniel. "The Far, Far Future of Stars." Scientific American Mar. 2012: 32-39. Print. Find this article and more with Ebsco
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Astronomy: June 2011 What Happens When Stars Die? by Liz Kruesi This article explores the results of a star's death. Kruesi discusses how the size of a star effects whether it becomes a white dwarf, planetary nebula, or even a black hole. Kruesi, Liz. "What Happens When Stars Die?" Astronomy June 2011: 32-35. Print. Find this article and more with Ebsco |
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Brainfuse Homework Help Flashbulb Flashcards This site features a large list of Earth Science topics including astronomy, physics and more. Use the flashcards, practice tests, crossword puzzles, and other study aides to expand your knowledge of space science. There are even live tutors available to answer your questions. Flashbulb. Brainfuse Inc., 2011. Web. 16, July 2012. Visit this database (you'll need your library card). |
Student Research Center powered by EBSCOhost This database allows you to search newspapers, magazines, books, primary source documents, and more. There are options to browse resources by space science topics such as astronomy and physics. Student Research Center. EBSCO Industries Inc., 2012. Web. 16 July 2012. View this database (you'll need your library card).
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World Book Online This resource is a treasure trove of information. Choose between the For Kids! site, the Info Finder, or the Reference Center. World Book Online for Kids! offers games and interactive forums for exploring Earth Science topics. The Info Finder has the answers and facts you might be looking for. Lastly, the Reference Center has many, excellent resources including an "Interactive Earth" feature with interactive maps and atlases. World Book Online. World Book Inc., 2012. Web. 16 July 2012. Visit this database (you'll need your library card). |
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Downloadable Audiobook: Red Moon Rising Sputnik and the Hidden Rivalries That Ignited the Space Age by Matthew Brzezinski Thanks to newly opened archives in the former USSR, Red Moon Rising tells, for the first time, the exciting story of the birth of space exploration. Scientific details, political entanglements, and world-wide intrigue make this book ideal for the space enthusiast that also loves a a good story. Brzezinski, Matthew. Red Moon Rising: Sputnik and the Hidden Rivalries That Ignited the Space Age. Minneapolis, MN: Highbridge Company, 2007. Downloadable audio. ISBN: 9781598875287 U.S. $25.99 Click here to see if this item is available to download. |
DVD: Into the Universe with Stephen Hawking A three part series produced by Discovery Channel. Hawking explores the cosmos as only he can, with genius, a huge capacity for wonder, and the incredible knowledge and ability to make the cosmos come to life on DVD. Discover Channel. Into the Universe with Stephen Hawking. Boulder, CO: Gaiam, 2011. DVD. ISBN: 9780766251649 U.S. $14.99 Click here to see if this item is available at Ames Public Library.
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DVD: The Cosmos: A Beginner's Guide Host, Adam Hart-Davis, tours several facilities in which research is being conducted. Through interviews and visualizations Hart-Davis demonstrates how technology is helping scientists explore the universe. BBC. The Cosmos: A Beginner's Guide. Silver Spring, MD: Acorn Media, 2011. DVD. ISBN:9781598285758 U.S. $39.99 Click here to see if this item is available at Ames Public Library. |
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Hubble Site Out of the ordinary...out of this world. www.hubblesite.org Take a tour of the Hubble telescope's picture gallery and the website will point out what you're seeing. Learn about the telescope itself and the science and technology behind keeping it up and running. Watch videos, listen to podcasts, or discover museums that you should visit. Hubble Site. NASA, 2012. Web. 17 July 2012. |
NASANational Aeronautical and Space Administration Check out NASA's website for current events and research, history, photos, videos, and more. nasa.gov. NASA, 2012. Web. 17 July 2012.
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Downloadable Skymaps http://www.skymaps.com/ Don't be turned off by all of the items for sale on this site. You can download a free skymap that is current for the particular month and year. Plus, the skymaps that you download have instructions on how to read them and details on the stars, constellations, and other celestial objects you might encounter that month. A great resource! Free Skymaps Each Month. Skymaps.com, 2012. Web. 17 July 2012. |
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Hubble Site's Pinterest Boards
Explore incredible photos of galaxies, stars, nebulae, and supernovea on Pinterest. Also, follow @HubbleTelescope or @HubbleDaily on Twitter, or friend and like them on Facebook.
Hubble Telescope. Pinterest, n.d. Web. 17 July 2012. Hubble Telescope. Twitter, n.d. Web. 17 July 2012. Hubble Daily. Twitter, n.d. Web. 17 July 2012. Hubble Telescope. Facebook, n.d. Web. 17 July 2012.
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International Space Station YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/reelnasa
Videos of the astronauts on the space station and the scientist back at home base. Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/ISS
Twitter feeds of Space Station astronauts: www.twitter.com/NASA_Astronauts International Space Station. Youtube, n.d. Web. 17 July 2012. International Space Station. Facebook, n.d. Web. 17 July 2012. International Space Station. Twitter, n.d. Web. 17 July 2012.
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NASA T.V.'s YouTube Channel www.youtube.com/nasatelevision Watch footage from historic space missions, video from the International Space Station, and programs from NASA T.V. NASA Television. Youtube, n.d. Web. 17 July 2012. |
Organizations/ Associations
Ames Area Amateur Astronomers amesastronomers.com Founded in 1979, the AAAA has been gathering, learning, and enjoying astronomy together and has over 70 members across the central Iowa. "About Us." AAAA. Ames Area Amateur Astronomers, 2012. Web. 17 July 2012.
NASA National Aeronautics and Space Association www.nasa.gov Since its creation, in 1958, NASA has been the nation's authority on space science research and space exploration. Even though the future of space exploration in this county is unclear, NASA has plans and is looking forward to continuing to bring innovation to space science. "About NASA." NASA. National Aeronautics and Space Association, 2012. Web. 17 July 2012.
Des Moines Astronomical Society
The Des Moines Astronomical Society has been the resident support group of the Ashton Observatory since 1983. The observatory is located about 20 miles north-east of Des Moines in the Ashton-Wildwood County Park and provides superb views and programs.
"Home" Des Moines Astronomical Society. Dreamsenses!, 2012. Web. 17 July 2012.
Solar Dynamics Observatory Click here to view the brochure from NASA The Solar Dynamics Observatory program strives to understand the causes of solar variability and its effect on Earth.
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