outer space

A simple introduction to space and our exploration of it, including the moon, sun, solar system, comets, meteors, stars, and galaxies.

Presents an illustrated overview of outer space, discussing the sun, the solar system, the planets, and the moon; and looks at different methods of space exploration. Includes a glossary, a selected bibliography, and instructions for several projects.

Presents an introduction to space, in simple text with illustrations, describing the moon, the sun, the planets, and the stars.

Presents step-by-step instructions for eleven craft projects related to space and its exploration, such as a model of planet Earth, a space shuttle, a space suit, and a moonscape, and includes space facts, a glossary, and a list of Web sites and places to visit.

Examines space travel, colonies in space, cloning, time travel, and other futuristic possibilities and explores the likelihood of their eventual existence.

Describes various outer space phenomena, including exploding stars, black holes, and pulsars.

Traces the history of space exploration, including discoveries made by early astronomers, the accomplishments of the first astronauts and cosmonauts, the moon landing, space stations, space shuttles, the Hubble Space Telescope, and possibilities for the future.

Photographs and text profile the first forty years of space exploration, profiling the four hundred men and women who have traveled into space and highlighting the key discoveries and developments.

Provides information on outer space, the solar system and its planets, and the structure and geography of the Earth, and recommends related Web sites.

A reference book dealing with the solar system, the universe, astronomy, and space travel.