space stations

Eleven-year-old best friends Robbi and Azure are excited when they are accepted into Laddertop Academy to be trained to work on the Ladders, technology given to the human race by aliens that supply power to the entire planet and the space stations they support. Although only one of them makes it to the Ladders, the girls eventually end up working together to solve an ancient mystery that could mean either the end or the salvation of the human race.

An introduction to space stations, looking at an American and a Russian space station, as well as the International Space Station, and discussing the work that will be done there. Includes a glossary.

Offers students an introduction to the International Space Station, describing how it was built, the various components that make up the spacecraft, and its many uses.

"Humans have long been fascinated with exploring the vast expanse of space, despite the inherent dangers of surviving beyond Earth's atmosphere. This volume delves into the history of human space exploration, from the first pioneering missions to the cutting-edge technology being developed today. Readers discover the physical and psychological challenges that come with living in space, from the effects of zero gravity on the human body to the mental strain of isolation and confinement"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the history of space stations, discussing why they were made, who works on a space station and what could be in a space station's future.

"The nomadic space station called Stone Star brings gladiatorial entertainment to ports across the galaxy. Inside this gargantuan vessel of tournaments and temptations, foragers and fighters struggle to survive"-- Provided by publisher.

"A tale from a distant galaxy where I-Go, a faithful little robot, does his best to run the space station when everyone has given up. Will the people return to help him, or is he really just lost in space?"--Back cover.

"A kid-friendly, accessible, and humorous text that describes the sometimes complicated task of eating while in space"--.

When Joe and Rob are found guilty of Bot School hijinks, they are sent to Bot School Jail, and only Tinny has the key to their freedom.

Looks at the space stations created during or as a result of the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union.