Introduces readers to significant developments in space technology and explores how those inventions and discoveries led to further advancements. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, and sources for further research.
It's just another day for the first kid on Mars. When a storm strikes Cosmos Bay, Laura's astronaut parents leave her in charge of the base. She can handle it, right? After all, what could possibly go wrong?
Kaz loves the stars. One night, Kaz's nan tells a story about a special group of stars called the Cat's Whiskers. How did they appear in the sky, and what do they mean? The phoneme /wh/ is featured in this title.
Did you know that there some famous animal astronauts? Or that bread is banned in space? Space may be a very serious place, but it's full of some really silly science! Learn about the totally silly science behind space. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 5th and 6th grade readers with silly content while a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!
We can see stars and moons in the night sky. But what else is out there? Learn about our wonderful universe and discover super space. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 4th and 5th grade readers with wild content while a 1st to 2nd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!
Welcome, Agent 359. This file is full of top-secret information about black holes. Learn the basics of how black holes form, their different sizes, and how they were found. Then, discover what scientists are learning about them now. What will you do with our new knowledge? Good luck and remember these are top secret space files!
Welcome, Agent 359. This file is full of top-secret information about planets. Learn about the different types of planets, what they can be made of, and explore the planets in our solar system. Then, discover what we are learning about planets now. What will you do with your new knowledge? Good luck and remember these are top secret space files!
Welcome, Agent 359. This file is full of top-secret information about stars. Learn about what they are made of, how they form, and different stars throughout history. Then, discover what we are learning about them now. What will you do with your new knowledge? Good luck and remember these are top secret space files!
Welcome, Agent 359. This file is full of top-secret information about asteroids and comets. Learn about what is inside these large space lumps, where they come from, and different asteroids and comets throughout history. Then, discover what we are learning about them now. What will you do with your new knowledge? Good luck and remember these are top secret space files!
For thousands of years, people wondered what space was like. Thanks to big teams and lots of planning, these trailblazers safely explore space. Fun illustrations pair with bright photos to help readers learn all about our greatest adventures.
NASA sent astronauts safely into space for many years. Then, their missions were put on hold after a shuttle exploded at launch, killing all the astronauts on board. Despite their best efforts to prevent another disaster, this would not be the last deadly shuttle explosion. Follow along with the true stories of two tragic space flights. Then, review that you’ve learned with a recap timeline and a quick quiz to check how much doomed history you remember.
What are wormholes? What causes black holes? How are black holes and white holes different? Can people travel in time and across space? Where would you go if you could time travel?
Learn all about the constellations, shooting stars, and satellites you can see when you look up into the night sky.
Do you like the idea of being able to travel to space one day? You may want to become an astronaut. Astronauts train their brains to think in a practical, decisive way. With the help of the ideas in this book, you can start to think like an astronaut too.
Read all about our incredible universe, mysterious planets, exploding stars, brave astronauts, powerful rockets, and much more. Then see if you can answer questions, such as: Why does Mars look red? On which planet do clouds smell like rotten eggs? Who was the first living thing to orbit Earth?
Jump into orbit around one planet in our amazing solar system: Venus! Take a fact-filled flight to learn what makes Earth's closest neighbor so special. Explore its stinky atmosphere, lava-covered surface, and more. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Jump into orbit around one planet in our amazing solar system: Uranus! Take a fact-filled flight to learn what makes this ice giant so special. Explore its many moons, its high-pressure atmosphere, and more. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
A spaceship is taking off today! Practice reading words with "au" as you join Autumn and August on their trip to the launchpad. This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Jump into orbit around one planet in our amazing solar system: Saturn! Take a fact-filled flight to learn what makes the ringed planet so special. Explore its many moons, stormy skies, and more. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Jump into orbit around some amazing objects in our solar system: dwarf planets! Take a fact-filled flight around Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Haumea, and learn what makes them so special. Explore their icy surfaces, their moons, and more. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Jump into orbit around one planet in our amazing solar system: Neptune! Take a fact-filled flight to learn what makes this ice giant so special. Explore its gassy atmosphere, backward-spinning moon, and more. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Jump into orbit around one planet in our amazing solar system: Mercury! Take a fact-filled flight to learn what makes this tiny planet so special. Explore its speedy travel through space, giant craters, and more. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Jump into orbit around one planet in our amazing solar system: Mars! Take a fact-filled flight to learn what makes the Red Planet so special. Explore its double moons, giant craters, and more. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Jump into orbit around one planet in our amazing solar system: Jupiter! Take a fact-filled flight to learn what makes the Gas Giant so special. Explore its many moons, stormy skies, and more. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Jump into orbit around one planet in our amazing solar system: Earth! Take a fact-filled flight to learn what makes our home planet so special. Explore its watery surface, its protective atmosphere, and more. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
