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1) Women in space: 23 stories of first flights, scientific missions, and gravity-breaking adventures
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Twenty-three women from 10 different countries whose careers span a half century of human spaceflight are profiled in this educational book for young readers. Women in Space features such figures as Sally Ride, the first American woman to orbit the earth; Peggy Whitson, who logged more than a year in orbit while aboard the International Space Station; Mae Jemison, the first African American woman in space; and astronauts from Japan, Canada, Italy,...
2) Astronauts!
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English
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Describes the work and working conditions of astronauts.
4) Rovers
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English
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"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early fluent readers to the science and engineering behind planetary rovers. Includes infographics, activity, glossary, and index."--
5) Astronauts
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Give kids a chance to find out more about Astronauts like Neil Armstrong and Sally Ride. They will learn about the first man on the moon, explore the parts of a space suit, find out what astronauts do during their days off and more. Engaging photos, exciting graphics, and a fun quiz at the end of each book will keep them learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
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"Really "high" tech to inspire us for sustainable solutions on Earth. Who could imagine an idea born on a space station would help sustain our planet? Astronauts, living on the International Space Station, have to protect their resources because their lives depend on it. They learn to conserve water, air, food, energy, and waste. These efforts have in turn lead to amazing and innovative ideas for air quality, food production, and water purification...
7) Making starships and stargates: the science of interstellar transport and absurdly benign wormholes
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Springer
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[2013]
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English
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English
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"Everyone wonders what it's really like in space, but very few of us every have the chance to experience it firsthand. This captivating illustrated collection brings together stories from dozens of international astronauts who've actually been there, bringing back accounts of the fascinating, weird, often funny and awe inspiring sensations and realities of space travel in and beyond the Earth's orbit."--
11) Robots & rovers
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ABDO Pub
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[2011]
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English
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Learn about the robots and rovers that are used in space exploratinon.
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English
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"A poetic odyssey through space with the groundbreaking Voyager 2 probe-past Earth, into deep space and beyond. In 1977, a space probe was built to help human beings learn a little more about outer space. Soon, along with its twin, Voyager 2 slipped through the clouds and left Earth behind. The spacecraft traveled for years through the deep, infinite night. At last Voyager 2 reached its first goal: Jupiter. Then it met the spellbinding sight of Saturn....
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"How does a space rocket work? Clever Cogz knows the answer! Join Cogz the robot dog to discover all about rockets and other amazing space vehicles. Introducing physics and engineering topics in a fun and simple way, young readers will learn all about their favorite space machines and how they work"--Back cover.
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Kitsune Books
Pub. Date
2020.
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Español
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Quique y el Cacasaurio se embarcan en una aventura estelar! Al Cacasaurio le encanta comer, pero justo despues de despegar, Quique recuerda que se han dejado el almuerzo en sus planeta. Pronto, el Cacasaurio se lo zampara todo, incluido su cohete espacial. Por suerte, el Cacasaurio tiene un plan apestoso para regresar a la Tierra sanos y salvos."--
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Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2016.
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English
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"This book is being published in association with the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. The museum will celebrate its 40th anniversary in July 2016. There will be a new Smithsonian exhibition, to be called "Milestones of Flight." This book is NOT a catalog of the exhibition; rather, it is a history of flight told through approximately twenty-five historical milestones"--
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Wonderscape Entertainment, LLC
Pub. Date
[2017]
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English
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In this two-volume set, see what real astronauts go through, from initial candidate testing in the field to determine physical ability to selected astronauts preparing a mission on Earth to be replicated in space. Meet the astronauts up close and personal to learn about their specific backgrounds and schooling. Understand the prerequisites for becoming a viable astronaut candidate.
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