space probes

Tells about the instruments that are used to explore the universe.

Text and photos present the information collected by spacecraft with no people on them, known as space probes, which have penetrated the areas around planets as far away as Neptune.

"An introduction to the history of telescopes and space probes for primary and intermediate grade students with information about their features and use. Includes a list of highlights for each chapter, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--.

"An introduction to human space exploration for primary and intermediate grade students, with information about the early history of space travel and current space exploration. Includes a list of highlights for each chapter, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--.

Provides a brief overview of space exploration, describing how scientists have studied distant galaxies as well as other planets in the solar system.

An introduction to space probes, answering questions about uncrewed spacecraft, the history of probes, how they work, various missions, and related topics.

"Introduction to telescopes and space probes forprimary and intermediate grade students. Includes fun facts, glossary, resource list and index"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces basic types of artificial satellites, the mechanics of launching them into space, and the history and accomplishments of specific spacecraft including the Hubble, Galileo, and Cassini.