Panchyk, Richard. Galileo for kids: his life and ideas.PANCHYK, Richard. Galileo for kids: his life and ideas. Chicago Review Press. 166p. illus. map. bibliog. index. c2005. 1-55652-566-4. $16.95. JS Panchyk's survey of Galileo's contributions to science opens minds to the challenges of the unknown. In seven chapters, the text covers lunar observation an observation of a lunar distance by means of a sextant or circle, with the altitudes of the bodies, and the time, for the purpose of computing the longitude. See also: Lunar , gravity, shadows, telescopy te·les·co·py n. The art or study of making and operating telescopes. te·les  co·pist n.Noun 1. , and motion as well as the attitude of the Catholic hierarchy toward a major shift in cosmic knowledge. The text, map, genealogy genealogy (jē'nēŏl`əjē, –ăl`–, jĕ–), the study of family lineage. Genealogies have existed since ancient times. , drawings, and photos invite young readers to imagine the difficult task of enlightening a conservative world on the wonders of physics. Interspersed with narrative are student projects, such as cooking a Renaissance meal, viewing stars, and studying the permutations of the roll of dice. Back matter lists popes and dukes of the era and includes a three-page glossary of vital terms, websites to explore, and planetaria to visit. This reasonably priced book is a must-have for home-schoolers and for junior high, high school, and public libraries. Mary Ellen Snodgrass The introduction to this article provides insufficient context for those unfamiliar with the subject matter. Please help [ improve the introduction] to meet Wikipedia's layout standards. You can discuss the issue on the talk page. , Hickory Hickory, city, United States Hickory, city (1990 pop. 28,301), Burke and Catawba counties, W N.C., at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mts.; inc. 1870. It is a processing and trade center for an abundant agricultural region (grain, soybeans, poultry, hogs, , NC J--Recommended for junior high school students. The contents are of particular interest to young adolescents and their teachers. S--Recommended for senior high school students. |
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