Black Holes in Action (An Augmented Reality Experience)

From the Series Space in Action: Augmented Reality (Alternator Books ® )

  • Interest Level: Grade 3 - Grade 6
  • Reading Level: Grade 4

Explore outer space through interactive augmented reality experiences!

Black holes are invisible because light cannot escape their gravity. Explore new techniques that astronomers use to study black holes and learn about thrilling discoveries in black hole science, with the help of exciting augmented reality features.

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Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 6
Reading Level Grade 4
Genre Science
Category 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Traditional Nonfiction, STEM, STEM: Space Science
Copyright 2020
Publisher Lerner Publishing Group
Brand Alternator Books ®
Imprint Lerner Publications ™
Language English
Number of Pages 32
Publication Date 2020-01-01
Text Type Informational/Explanatory
BISACS JNF051040, JNF051010
Dewey 523.8/875
Dimensions 7 x 9
Lexile 950
Guided Reading Level X
Features Augmented Reality, Bibliography/further reading, Glossary, Index, Page Plus™, Reviewed, Sidebars, and Teaching Guides

Author: Kevin Kurtz

Kevin Kurtz has loved books, science, and nature since he was a kid. His first children’s book, A Day in the Salt Marsh, was published in 2007. He lives in Rochester, New York and continues to write books and do live and remote visits with schools around the country.

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Space in Action: Augmented Reality (Alternator Books ® )

It’s like a pop-up book on your digital device! Explore outer space through interactive augmented reality experiences! Discover what scientists have learned about planets, stars, black holes, and more, and learn about the cutting-edge technology that… View available downloads →

Reviews

Booklist

“[A] three-dimensional look at celestial interactions through beautiful augmented-reality illustrations.”—Booklist

School Library Journal, Series Made Simple

“Whether readers are fascinated by black holes or the inner workings of the International Space Station, the text is engaging. Vivid images capture readers’ imagination. . . . An excellent purchase to update collections and support makerspaces.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple