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The Goldilocks Zone

real facts about outer space
"For as long as people have stared up to the stars, we've wondered if there could be life on other planets. But the truth is that life can't survive anywhere else in our solar system. Venus is way too hot. Neptune is w-a-a-a-ay too cold. And don't even get us started on Uranus. But there's more to Earth than just having the perfect temperature that makes it the best place in the known universe to live. What makes Earth so special? Join Goldilocks and her best friend, Baby Bear, on an interstellar adventure to learn all about our solar system in this informative, hilarious, and 100 percent factual nonfiction picture book by award-winning author, illustrator, and cartoonist Drew Sheneman." -- Amazon.
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Britannica first big book of why

2021
"Britannica's huge, authoritative, and ... illustrated question and answer book will satisfy even the most curious kids, with over 100 questions verified by Britannica experts. Spanning a range of topics including animals, the body, machines, space, and more, this book provides clear and accessible explanations--and even explores some of the mysteries that experts are still trying to solve!"--Amazon.

The little spacecraft that could

New Horizons' amazing journey to Pluto and Arrokoth
2021
"Ride along with the New Horizons spacecraft as she rockets three billion miles to Pluto! Watch her take the first close-up photos of Pluto, and then journey another billion miles to mini-world Arrokoth. You'll whiz through space at more than 10 miles per second; learn how giant planet Jupiter helped the little spacecraft reach Pluto; and discover the astonishing surface feature that made the world fall in love with Pluto"--Provided by publisher.

A is for astronaut

blasting through the alphabet
2018
"Astronaut Clayton Anderson takes readers on an A-to-Z flight through the alphabet from astronaut and blastoff, to space walk and Zulu Time. Topics cover the history of NASA, science, and practical aspects of being an astronaut using fun poems for each letter"--Dust jacket.

Cosmic pizza party

When the biggest pizza tycoon in the universe tells them the secret location of a cheese that's literally to die for, the crew jumps at the chance to take their pizza to the next level. But as they venture among the curds, they find more adventure than they bargained for. Space slugs, sandstorms, and culinary critics are just some of the dangers that the crew will have to overcome together if they want to throw the most amazing, most intergalactically awesome pizza party!.

Snakes in space

Illustrations and easy-to-read text follow a crew of snakes as they blast into outer space and explore stars and planets.

Out of this world

illustrated space jokes for kids
Presents an illustrated collection of jokes about aliens, planets, rockets, and astronauts.

Space exploration robots

"Robots are out of this world! Space robots go beyond where people can explore. Readers will meet robots orbiting other planets, exploring their surfaces, and much more"--Provided by publisher.

Not necessarily rocket science

a beginner's guide to life in the space age
"Ever wondered what it might be like to work in the space industry? According to aerospace professional and popular science communicator Kellie Gerardi, that future doesn't rest solely on the shoulders of rocket scientists. Gerardi's nontraditional path in the space industry shows us that humanity's next giant leap will require the contributions of artists, engineers, and everyone in between. Gerardi takes us on a tour of this unique era of history and offers encouragement and advice for anyone who has ever dreamed of the stars and galaxies far, far away. In this candid guide, Gerardi offers an inside look into the commercial spaceflight industry and all those working to tee up a golden age of spaceflight, redefining the "right stuff" along the way. Whether you've had an obsession with astronauts since you were a kid or are just looking to learn about the exciting future that awaits us, Not Necessarily Rocket Science confirms that there's a place for anyone who is passionate about space exploration."--Provided by publisher.

Out in space

a can-you-find-it book
Simple text invites the reader to find hidden objects in photographs of planets, moons, shooting stars, and other things that can be found in outer space. Pictographs and word labels are included in each to-find list.

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