Solar Eclipse
A book in our Solar System that talks about a solar eclipse--what it is
About this book
Solar Eclipse is an intermediate readers book for children ages 7 to 9. A book in our Solar System that talks about a solar eclipse--what it is, how it occurs, when it occurs, different kinds of eclipses, how to view these safely, how to make a pinhole camera, and solar eclipses in history.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Edward Alan Kurtz |
| Ages | 7 to 9 years |
| Grade | Grade 2 |
| Reading level | Level 3, Intermediate Readers |
| Length | 13 pages, 1425 words, 14 minutes |
| Categories | Space and Astronomy, Science |
| Interactive features | Comprehension quiz, Fill in the Blanks activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Comprehension quiz, Fill in the Blanks activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Solar Eclipse with your child
Solar Eclipse opens up Space and Astronomy for young readers. The facts are short and clear, and the pictures help the ideas land. Read a page together, then ask your child what surprised them. Talking about what you read is how new knowledge sticks. It is a good book for curious children who like to ask questions and find out how things work.
Talk about it together
- What would you do if you were in this story?
- Which part did you like best, and why?
- What new word did you learn from this book?
Inside the book
In Solar Eclipse, readers find Space and Astronomy. A book in our Solar System that talks about a solar eclipse--what it is, how it occurs, when it occurs, different kinds of eclipses, how to view these safely, how to make a pinhole camera, and solar eclipses in history. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Space and Astronomy and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “Difference between a Solar Eclipse...”
Words to learn in this book
- annular: Shaped like a ring.
- antumbra: The shadow that almost completely covers the sun, but the outline of the sun can still be seen behind the moon.
- celestial: Having to do with things that are seen in the sky.
- comets: A celestial object made of dust and ice that looks like it has a tail when it passes near the sun.
- corona:: The layer of gas around the sun: it can only be seen during a total solar eclipse or on a hazy, overcast day.
- gravity: The force that attracts a body towards the center of the earth, or another planet, or the sun.
- lunar: Having to do with the moon.
- meteors: An object from outer space that lights up when it enters earth's atmosphere.
- orbit: The path of an object that circles a star or planet.
- penumbra: The lighter wider shadow of the earth that blocks only some of the sun's rays.
- “saros”: The period of about 18 years between the repeated cycles of eclipses.
- satellite:: An object in the sky that orbits around the earth or another planet.
- solar: Having to do with the sun.
- umbra: The darker shadow of the earth that blocks all of the sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 7 to 9 years, at Grade 2 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Comprehension quiz, Fill in the Blanks activity are Reading and Math app features.
How long is the book?
13 pages, 1425 words, 14 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has a comprehension quiz and the Fill in the Blanks activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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