Publisher's Synopsis
This introductory text approaches astronomy as a subject best taught by combining conceptual understanding with direct observation and participation. Offering thoroughly updated, comprehensive coverage, it provides numerous activities incorporated into the text to encourage observation and research. In addition, the book is accompanied by a kit which includes punchout patterns and other materials for building simple astronomical instruments, such as a cross-staff, a quadrant and a spectroscope. Also included are monthly star charts and finder charts designed for independent student study, as well as an extensive reading list.
