space sciences

"Miss Universe is coming to Ella Mentry School! Her real name is Miss Tracy, and she's a retired scientist who will teach the students about planets and the solar system. But what happens when A.J. is cast as the planet Uranus in the school play?"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an up-close look at some of the more elusive objects in space, including comets, asteroids, and meteors.

"Miss Universe is coming to Ella Mentry School! Her real name is Miss Tracy, and she's a retired scientist who will teach the students about planets and the solar system. But what happens when A.J. is cast as the planet Uranus in the school play?"--Provided by publisher.

Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) have never been more important. Check out many stories from around the world of space science.

Provides an up-close look at some of the more elusive objects in space, including comets, asteroids, and meteors.

"Investigate the exciting advances in space exploration technology! Learn about the future of human interaction with outer space through striking images and simple, easy-to-understand language."--Provided by publisher.

An illustrated introduction to astronomy portrayed through one hundred facts, colorful images and cartoons, and describing planets, mapping the stars, telescopes, and more.

"What do people do at NASA (and in outerspace)? Readers pick from eight different scenarios and experience "next best thing to being there yourself" opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent reaserch"--.

Contains excerpts from government documents and scientific reports that provide insight into the achievements and failures of the U.S. space program.

"Hop on board the space shuttle and get ready for the ride of your life as you explore deep space with your five fellow space cadets. This journey of discovery takes you through our local solar system and beyond, to galaxies far and wide. With every encounter, learn more about the science behind the stars, planets, meteors and comets in our sky, and the history of our universe"--Amazon.com.