Space explorers

An introduction to humanity's understanding of the formation and expansion of the universe including stars, planets, nebulae, and galaxies.

An introduction to the history and the possible future of space travel. Discusses the first satellites and astronauts during the space race competition between the United States and Russia, early space crafts and space stations, satellites, space probes, and astronaut training.

Introduction to the sun, planets, moons, and other features of the solar system.

From the shocking launch of the Soviet satellite Sputnik and the subsequent acceleration of the American space program to the first manned space flights, the moon landings, and the Space Shuttle and International Space Station programs, the history of space travel is full of fascinating stories, technological marvels, hair-raising and death-defying feats of courage, and an inspiring spirit of both adventure and discovery. This is all brought into sharp focus in spreads that are bursting with color, fascinating facts, and stunning imagery. Also examined is the future of space travel, including space tourism, manned missions to Mars, and intergalactic manned exploration of deep space.

An introduction to the different types stars, including neutron stars, black holes, exoplanets, globular clusters, and star groups. Also, discusses how stars are born and how they die.

"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early fluent readers to the science and engineering behind planetary rovers. Includes infographics, activity, glossary, and index."--Provided by publisher.

In Rockets, early fluent readers learn about the construction and function of a variety of rockets.

In Artificial Satellites, early fluent readers learn about the construction and function of a variety of artificial satellites.

"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early fluent readers to the science and engineering behind spacecraft. Includes infographics, activity, glossary, and index."--Provided by publisher.

"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early fluent readers to the science and engineering behind space stations. Includes infographics, activity, glossary, and index."--.