rockets (aeronautics)

Explore the 2,000 years that rockets have been in existence, learn about gravity, force, acceleration, and the history of rockets made in the past and rockets to be made in the future.

Young makers learn how to imagine, inspire, collaborate and problem-solve as they take on four aerospace engineering challenges, including designing a spaceship for touring the solar system and building a plane that can carry cargo.

Fifth-grader Kate tries to do it all when she promises a cake for her brother's birthday party and stages a rocket launch for her chemistry club.

"Teaches readers how to make their very own stomp rockets through . . . supply lists and . . . step-by-step instructions and images"--Provided by publisher.

Three high school students with an avid interest in outer space embark on the adventure of a lifetime when they are given the opportunity to build their own rocket and fly it to the moon.

"Emma is excited about the new Rocket Club at school, until she is paired with Lily, whose projects are always bright and glittery, for the final launch"--OCLC.

"This title introduces the American aerospace company, SpaceX, what it has accomplished and what it plans to do in the future"--Provided by publisher.

One rainy day, Timothy, Angelina, Madison, and Nicholas build a rocket ship from odds and ends, but once the ship is finished, they find they are not ready to fly.

Explore the 2,000 years that rockets have been in existence, learn about gravity, force, acceleration, and the history of rockets made in the past and rockets to be made in the future.

"This . . . introduction to model making explains aerodynamics, the mathematics of scale, how gliders and models propelled by rubber band, electric motor, fuel, or a rocket work, and the difference between building from a kit and building from scratch. Tips on shaping wings, choosing body materials, and weather-proofing help build fine-motor skills"--Provided by publisher.