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Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
Español
Description
Readers find out what it's like for astronauts to eat, sleep, and work on a manned space flight in this adventurous, Spanish-translated nonfiction title. Children will discover what it's like to be weightless in zero gravity, how Mission control helps keep astronauts safe, and what astronauts do during their free time through vivid photographs, interesting, informative text, and stimulating facts.
Author
Publisher
Norton Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"What is it like to float weightlessly in the air? What happens if you vomit in your helmet during a spacewalk? How do astronauts go to the bathroom? Is it true that they don't shower? Can farts really be deadly in space? Best-selling Mary Roach has the answers. In this whip-smart, funny, and informative young readers adaptation of her best-selling Packing for Mars, Roach guides us through the irresistibly strange, frequently gross, and awe-inspiring...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials, Inc
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
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Description
"What is it like to eat, sleep, and work in space? Learn about the wonders and challenges of living in a space station orbiting Earth. Discover how astronauts function in a challenging situation that includes weightlessness, cramped quarters, and zero privacy."--
Author
Language
English
Description
Only now is it becoming clear how exceptional and unrepeatable the Apollo program was. At its height, it employed almost half a million people, many working seven days a week and each determined that "it will not fail because of me." Beginning with fighter pilots in World War II, follow the origins of the program to a few exceptional soldiers, and an eager eager man who would become president.
Author
Series
Time for kids nonfiction readers volume level 3
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
Español
Description
Learn about outer space exploration, from the Hubble telescope to the latest space shuttle launches, in this delightful, Spanish-translated nonfiction title! Readers will learn about famous astronauts, the history of exploring space, and what the future holds for space exploration through vivid images and photographs, informative text, and intriguing facts. With a glossary and index, readers will want to learn all they can about exploring space!
12) Space travel
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
This children's book on space travel is packed with inspiring stories and facts about space exploration, astronauts, and the first moon landing.
13) Astronaut life
Author
Series
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"With this fun and informative volume, young would-be astronauts can find out more about space without setting foot on a rocket or space station. From history about humankind's dreams of space travel to weird facts about what space does to the human body, this out-of-this-world book will draw in developing readers with unusual information and bright photographs."--Amazon.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Take a trip into orbit with the most up-to-date information on space tourism. With a STEM-focused sidebars, engaging photos, and fascinating facts, this book enables readers to explore the exciting space tourism industry--no astronaut training needed!'--
Author
Publisher
Workman Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"A kid's guide to leaving the planet from someone who's done it! Former astronaut Terry Virts guides readers through the practical elements of becoming an astronaut, along with the wonders (and challenges!) of space travel. With insider information on training, piloting a ship, and working in space, readers and aspiring astronauts will be inspired to start their own journey to the stars. This practical guide is full of valuable wisdom and insight...
17) Project Apollo
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo & Daughters
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
NASA's Apollo program was the most ambitious human spaceflight mission in history, with its goal of safely landing astronauts on the Moon and returning them safely to Earth. This title will follow each mission, from the tragedy of Apollo 1, to the triumph of Apollo 11 and the final Moon landings of the early 1970s. It will also examine the parallel space exploration efforts of the Soviet Union during this period, and its unsuccessful attempt to beat...
19) Project Gemini
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo & Daughters
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Gemini was the second major project in the United States' manned spaceflight effort. This title will examine each two-man mission to test equipment and techniques to be used by the later Apollo missions to the Moon. These include docking maneuvers and spacewalks, all untested before the Gemini missions. Will also examine the parallel space exploration efforts of the Soviet Union during this period. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to...
20) Space flights
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Presents the wonders of space flight from the past, present, and far into the future.
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