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Author
Publisher
Bearport Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that the first American astronaut who went to space didn't have a bathroom, so he had to pee in his spacesuit? And did you know that astronauts living in space strap down their sleeping bags and food trays so they don't float away? Life in space is pretty different from life on Earth, and scientists are working on ways for us to spend even more time in space! Discover extreme facts about life in space with this fun and kooky book"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
107 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Find out all about NASA in this out-of-this-world addition to the What Was? series. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, better known as NASA, began in 1958. With its creation, the United States hoped to ensure it won the space race against the Soviet Union. Author Sarah Fabiny describes the origins of NASA, the launching of the Apollo program that landed the first human on the moon, and the many missions and discoveries that have taken...
5) SpaceX
Author
Series
Physical Desc
24 pages : 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This title introduces the American aerospace company, SpaceX, what it has accomplished and what it plans to do in the future! Cool photos complete the book. This title is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. " - publisher
6) Space Robots
Author
Series
Publisher
Searchlight Books, Lerner Publications Company, an imprint of Lerner Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Since the beginning of the space race, robots have helped astronauts learn about space. Robots repair spacecraft, help with experiments, explore planets and moons, and more. Catch an inside glimpse of the history and future of space robots and learn about famous robots such as the Sojourner rover and the Astrobees.
7) Space
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
Revised edition, American edition.
Physical Desc
53 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the Earth, the moon, the sun, the planets of the solar system, and other outer space phenomena, and discusses equipment used to explore outer space.--
Series
Publisher
World Book Inc
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
""Describes the development and potential impacts of reusable rockets, spaceplanes, robotic space probes, satellite internet, space tourism, and colonizing the solar system."--Provided by publisher"--
10) Space robots
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
From Earth orbit to the surface of Mars to the edge of the solar system, robots are helping push the boundaries of space travel. Space Robots introduces readers to examples of these robots, the challenges faced by their designers, and the advances that are on the horizon. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources,...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2013
Physical Desc
207 pages : color illustrations ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
For any fan who wants to explore the inner workings of the spaceships and vehicles of all six Star Wars movies, comes this fascinating expanded edition of a fan favorite, now with new cross-section artworks and a wealth of new photos.
Author
Series
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
1997
Edition
1st American ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
49 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes rockets, exploratory vehicles, and other technological aspects of space exploration, satellites, space stations, and the life and work of astronauts.
Series
Publisher
World Book Inc
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
"A volume describing the innovations of Robert Hoyt. Hoyt is developing a robotic technology called SpiderFab that builds spacecraft while in orbit around Earth"--
14) Astrophotography
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo & Daughters,an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
"This title introduces young photographers to making images of the stars and planets. Through clear text and stunning photography, readers will learn the techniques needed to capture nighttime scenes. Topics covered include shooting star fields, the moon, solar and lunar eclipses, and the milky way. Choosing the proper equipment is also discussed, from DSLRs to telescopes."--Amazon.com.
15) Space
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Pub
Edition
1st American ed.
Language
English
Description
Contains a survey of space, illustrated with photography of planets, astronomical discoveries, and both human and robotic space explorations. Transparent acetate spreads reveal details not normally visible to the naked eye.
Author
Publisher
Formac Publishing Company Limited
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 2
Physical Desc
88 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
"Since the early days of flight, animals have helped researchers learn how to survive in the sky, and their role continues as humanity voyages into outer space. In 1783 a rooster, a duck and a sheep were placed in a basket attached to the first hot-air balloon. In the age of rockets and space travel, many more animals have travelled into orbit, and most have returned safely to earth. This book tells the stories of 50 trips into space, with details...
17) US Space Force
Author
Series
Physical Desc
24 pages : 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This title introduces the United States' newest military branch, the US Space Force! Readers will learn how the United States plans to protect the nation and the world from space. Amazing photographs from the US military complete the book. This title is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards." - publisher
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations, color ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to NASA's Curiosity Rover, and its mission to search for signs of past life on Mars. Important details include a history of rovers on Mars, planning and construction of Curiosity, its launch from Earth, landing on Mars, and the science experiments it carried out and their results. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
Series
Publisher
World Book, Inc., a Scott Fetzer company
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
"A volume explaining engineer Masahiro Ono's plan to create a space probe that will be able to hitch itself to an asteroid as the asteroid is traveling through our galaxy"--
Series
Publisher
World Book
Pub. Date
2017.
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
64 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
"An introduction to observatories in space with information about their history and use. Includes diagrams, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.