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Author
Series
Pub. Date
1980
Physical Desc
xviii, 497 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
This exciting survey of the American space science program is the work of a top NASA administrator. Ranging from the laboratory to launching pad and from international conference halls to lunar wastelands, it chronicles technological advances, explores the relationship of space science to general science, and places the space program in a broader social, political, and economic context. Homer E. Newell was instrumental in the founding of NASA and...
Author
Series
Publisher
Creative Education
Pub. Date
[2017]
Lexile measure
1240L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (48 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
Examines the origins, advancements, and future of the earth and space sciences, including astronomy and geology, and the ways in which scientists utilize the scientific method to explore questions. Includes suggestions for activities, color photographs, a glossary, biographical profiles of scientists, and further resources.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2013
Lexile measure
1020L
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Explores the International Space Station (ISS), including its construction and the missions required to build it, living and working aboard the ISS, and its importance as the future of the space program"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Springer
Language
English
Formats
Description
How does Einstein's description of space and time compare with Dr. Who? Can James Bond really escape from an armor-plated railroad car by cutting through the floor with a laser concealed in a wristwatch? What would it take to create a fully-intelligent android, such as Star Trek's Commander Data? How might we discover intelligent civilizations on other planets in the galaxy? Is human teleportation possible? Will our technological society ever reach...
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
309 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"In this groundbreaking book, world-renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson tackles the world's thorniest philosophical conundrums, armed with wit, wisdom, and cutting-edge science. Together with distinguished physicist James Trefil, Tyson presents questions that have preoccupied humanity for millennia. Then, using the latest theories, from the Big Bang to string theory and the multiverse, he explores the answers, bolstered with stunning images...
Author
Series
Publisher
Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
870L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Explore the exciting history of space exploration from telescopes, NASA and space shuttles, to the International Space Station and AstroRad! Readers will learn about the amazing scientists, inventors, and innovators throughout history whose work shaped the course of space exploration. Table of contents, diagram, fun facts, a glossary, and an index are included.
18) Working in space
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
460L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 x 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
"What jobs does an astronaut have? What kind of work needs to be done on a spacecraft? Readers will learn all about the work an astronaut does. Low-leveled, chunked text alongside stunning photographs will engage the youngest space enthusiasts."--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Albert Whitman & Company
Pub. Date
2021.
Lexile measure
AD 980L
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
A first "person" account of the first spider to spin a web in space, and why the 1973 experiment, suggested by a high school student, was important. Includes a fact sheet.
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