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In the vein of Randall Munroe's What If? meets Brian Green's Elegant Universe, a senior writer from Space.com leads readers on a wild ride of exploration into the final frontier, investigating what's really "out there." We've all asked ourselves the question. It's impossible to look up at the stars and NOT think about it: Are we alone in the universe? Books, movies and television shows proliferate that attempt to answer this question and explore it....

This time ten-year-old Starr and her family are exploring Venus, mostly by remote controlled probes, but the two children they are escorting seem more interested in a competition to show how much they know, and as usual Starr's older brother Apollo is not much of a help in coping with their bullying.

"Filled with answers from actual astronauts, Space Care is the perfect book for kids who dream of going to space! Have you ever wondered how astronauts stay healthy in space? What if an astronaut gets sick on the space station? Does snot run in space? This fascinating photo-illustrated look at space and medicine explores how scientists and physicians study astronauts in space, how they help keep them safe, and what we've learned about the human body...

Presents a brief history of space exploration, covering such topics as the first human missions, life on the International Space Station, and settling on Mars.

"Start by learning about the different planets in our solar system, all the way from Mercury to Neptune (and even dwarf planet Pluto!). Then reach out further and discover about the Milky Way Galaxy and other neighboring galaxies (and what is in them). On the journey through space, learn about different terms like asteroid belt, nebula, and supernova. Even learn about mysterious black holes!"--Page 4 of cover.

Space Racers introduces girls and boys to exciting, humorous tales of action and adventure in space and on Earth, and inspires a new generation of future astronauts and scientists. Eagle, Robyn, Hawk, Starling, Raven, and their fellow cadets, guided by Headmaster Crane, Professor Coot, and other faculty members of the Stardust Bay Space Academy, go on missions that cover many science disciplines explained at a preschool level.

On the aethership's maiden voyage, Seraphin and the Knights of Aether had prepared for everything--except treason. The villainous chamberlain wants to overthrow King Ludwig and claim the electro-aetheric technology for Prussia. The only escape for the king and his companions lies in the frosty skies above Bavaria. The ship's first flight is a success, but their respite is short-lived. As long as the chamberlain is free to spread his lies, these travelers...

Introduce your little ones to Dr. Ochoa's stellar world - and how there are little engineers within them all! Joining Dr. Ochoa's Stellar World series' is the third letter in STEAM, Dr. Ochoa's Stellar World: Engineering! Little ones will be introduced to the world of engineering and how imagination leads to space exploration, like sending rockets back to the moon or programming rovers to roam the lands of Mars. Ellen Ochoa will showcase how they...