Space

An introduction to outer space discusses the galaxy, the solar system, the moon, space travel, satellites and space probes, and the possibilities of life on other planets.

A day in space

Explains the details and activities of space flight from what it is like to walk in space or launch a satellite to eating, sleeping, and brushing your teeth without gravity

Space

Edition

-

ISBN/ISSN

9781902947310

Collation

61 pages : illustration ; 30 cm

Series Title

1000 things you should know about

Call Number

523 FAR

Space exploration

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 probes and explores pla…

Space exploration

Blast off to the farthest reaches of the universe in a provocative overview of mankind's fascination with space. From the first rocket launch of the 1950s, and the "space race" that ensued, to present-day wonders like the Hubble Space Telescope and the Mir space station, young space enthusiasts will learn about the exciting history and future of space travel and even follow a day in the life o…

Space travel

This introduction to space travel contains these topics: Going to space; Rockets for space travel; Is space safe for people?; First person in space; Early space missions; Next stop: the Moon; Traveling on the Moon; A problem in space; Space shuttle; Space stations; Missions to other planets; Space elevators and other ways to travel; Amazing space facts.

We work in space

We Work in Space explores the special skills, tools, and uniforms needed to be an astronaut. The contribution made by astronauts to space research is emphasized, and children are encouraged to think about what it would be like to be an astronaut themselves. The book's playful, unpredictable designs and high quality photographs attract and maintain a child's attention and provide opportunities f…

Black holes and other space phenomena

This intriguing new series is packed with facts on favourite topics. Black Holes explore the fascinating realms of space; our neighbors in the solar system, phenomena such as comets and stars and the history of human exploration of the Universe.

Astronaut handbook

DO YOU HAVE what it takes to be an astronaut? Meghan McCarthy blasts readers off to astronaut school in her new, young, nonfiction picture book. Take a ride on the "Vomit Comet" and learn how it feels to be weightless. Have your measurements taken—100 to be exact—for your very own space suit. Meghan McCarthy has created the perfect book to share with children who want to be astronauts when …