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Author
Publisher
Lonely Planet Global Limited
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Prepare for blast-off! The Complete Guide to Space Exploration is your intergalactic ticket to the greatest journeys ever undertaken by humankind: the exploration of the universe. From the first telescope to the prospect of space tourism in the future, learn all about the history, achievements, practicalities, technology and future of space travel.
Author
Publisher
ReferencePoint Press, Inc
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Over the course of five decades evidence has been gathered by NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and other space programs around the globe. Using such evidence, astronomers and other scientists have learned a great deal about the Solar System, as well as what lies beyond it"-- Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Twenty-First Century Books
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
"In this book, we'll explore seven wonders of space technology. Scientists and engineers have built vehicles and equipment to explore the farthest reaches of the solar system. Orbiting satellites and telescopes have given us everything from more accurate weather reports to glimpses back to the beginning of the universe. International teams have built an orbiting space laboratory and are working on plans for human lunar settlements and missions to...
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Description
Discover the secrets of space and humankind's quest to learn about our universe. An informative guide to the mysteries beyond Earth and its atmosphere, Space Exploration takes young readers on a journey through the solar system and highlights advancements in space technology. Discover how satellites help us forecast the weather, how the Large Space Simulator is used to test spacecraft, what happens at liftoff and blastoff, and how the landing craft...
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"The former host of PBS’s Star Gazers and astronomer of the Cincinnati Observatory takes readers on an out-of-this-world journey to the farthest reaches of the universe where they will learn about space exploration, our solar system and galaxy, and beyond."-- Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Follow a spacecraft the size of a piano, named New Horizons, on the first ever spacecraft mission to Pluto, the space entity formerly known as a planet, in the latest addition to the epic and authoritative Scientists in the Field series."-- Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Smithsonian Books
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"Ever wondered what space is really like? In his 25 years of training for, flying in, consulting on, and writing and speaking about space, astronaut and spacewalker Tom Jones can answer that question and many others. What do you feel on liftoff? What is weightlessness? Where do you sleep in space? Can you see the Great Wall of China? Jones answers every question you have ever had about space in Ask the Astronaut. His characteristic blend of wit, personal...
10) Roaring rockets
Author
Publisher
Kingfisher
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Get ready for blast-off to learn all about rockets! Roaring Rockets follows the animal crew as they become astronauts heading to the Moon. Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids will love: spacesuits, oxygen helmets, the lunar lander, and much more!
11) Looking up
Author
Publisher
Flying Eye Books
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Looking Up is a celebration of telescopes - their shapes, sizes, and the science they enable. Open your eyes to the wonder of the skies. All over the world, people have built fantastic structures for looking up into the sky. These telescopes are not just scientific instruments -- they are monuments to curiosity and collaboration. In this book readers are introduced to the amazing spectrum of light, and the diverse shapes and methods used to study...
12) Space explorers
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
©2000
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Carlos and his classmates join Ms. Frizzle on an expedition to outer space where they learn about the solar system.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Maybe you remember when a little robotic spacecraft landed on a far-off planet. On August 6, 2012, the rover Curiosity touched down on the rocky surface of Mars and now she's ready to guide you through her journey firsthand. From idea to creation and beyond, this fact-filled, stylish book introduces readers to Curiosity and her mission: to discover more about the red planet and search for evidence of life"--Jacket.
16) Universe
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Provides an in-depth, comprehensive look at the universe with a unique integration of words and pictures. Topics covered include: black holes, galaxies, the solar system, asteroids, meteors, meterorites, stars, quasars and more. Features an accompanying clip-art CD and wall chart.
19) Astronauts
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
©2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Simple text and photographs describe astronauts"--Title page verso.
20) Exploring space
Author
Publisher
World Book, Inc
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
""Presents facts about the history of piloted and unpiloted space exploration in our solar system and features large illustrations and photographs."-- Provided by publisher.
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