astronautics

Text and illustrations look at space, focusing on the planets, the stars, black holes, and the universe.

Teaches early readers about the life, accomplishments, and contributions of astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson.

"A local politician and millionaire is donating the money for a new wing for the Capitol City Air and Space Museum, which will exhibit some of the earliest devices for astronomical observation; but Amal Farah, daughter of one of the Museum's scientists, discovers that the crates supposedly containing the telescopes are empty, and she and her friends set out to investigate"--OCLC.

"Introduces the reader to the science of spacecraft"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a young readers adaptation of the story of how the Apollo 11 came to be, documenting the space race initiated by President John F. Kennedy culminating in the United States being the first to land on the moon. Includes black-and-white images throughout and a section of color photographs.

Examines the relationship between science and the military, showing how methods and tools of astrophysics have been used in warfare for centuries. Discusses their areas of common interest including ranging, tracking, imaging, nuclear fusion, and access to space. Features historical background, personal anecdotes, and the latest research in astrophysics.

Astronauts and cosmonauts were the heroes of a 20th Century battle without weapons--the race for global dominance in space.  The Space Race explores how the quest to put "a man on the moon" fueled fast-paced scientific research and kept the world occupied with more peaceful pursuits at a time when the world seemed to be on the edge of nuclear annihilation. Readers will learn how to examine primary and secondary source materials, which reveal the political and scientific implications of the space programs in the United States and the former Soviet Union.

Examines the function of NASA and discusses its various space exploration programs and achievements.-.

Readers will learn all about the interesting daily life of an astronaut, such as how they cook, sleep and go to the bathroom.

An introduction to space travel.