In Science Masters: Earth's Place in Space, readers will learn about Earth’s place in the Milky Way and the larger universe, and how humans are learning about the endless frontier of space. Living on a world as vast as Earth, it can be easy to forget that our planet is just a tiny speck in a massive universe filled with planets, moons, stars, asteroids, comets, dark matter, and maybe even alien life!
In Spacecraft, readers will be introduced to the evolution of spacecraft technology over time, and peek into the possibilities for the spacecraft of tomorrow. This fact- and photo-filled text explains how engineers deal with the challenges of reaching and working in space.
Daring and Dangerous: Space Explorers for grades 4–8 introduces young readers to the complex world of space exploration and the famous firsts, near misses, and disasters that have taken place. The fact- and photo-filled pages of this 32-page book offer readers an opportunity to learn what it takes to be a part of this daring and dangerous profession, from lift-off to landing.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the solar system and benefits of space exploration.
This book presents facts about spacecrafts and offers step-by-step instructions on drawing a variety of them.
This introduction to outer space explains the size of the planets in the solar system, measuring distance in astronomical units, gravity, and related math concepts.
This book describes the eight planets, dwarf planets, and other objects in the solar system.
This book presents a collection of questions, answers, and facts about the planet Earth, including its origin, continents, and relation to the Sun and Moon.
People have asked the same question for centuries: are humans alone in the universe? Astrobiologists seek to find the answer. From studying tiny organisms under a microscope to sending remote detection devices to outer space, many hope to find and communicate with life beyond the boundaries of Earth.
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.
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?
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?
Could you survive mechanical failure in space? Apollo 13: Mission to the Moon in the True Survival series explores the shocking survival story of the Apollo 13 spacecraft and her crew. The book is written with a high interest level and lower level of complexity to serve more mature students reading at lower levels. Clear visuals, colorful photographs (including images of the survivors!), and considerate text help with comprehension and wild facts hold the readers' interest from the first page to the last. A table of contents, glossary, and index all enhance comprehension and vocabulary.
Explore the dark side of space in Out of this World, a new and exciting series for struggling readers. Is time travel possible? How do black holes theoretically support time travel? These and other fascinating questions are discussed in the Theory of Time Travel title using considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers.
Explore the dark side of space in Out of this World, a new and exciting series for struggling readers. What is dark matter? How does it move our galaxy? These and other fascinating questions are discussed in the Dark Matter title using considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers.
Explore the dark side of space in Out of this World, a new and exciting series for struggling readers. Is outer space quiet? What did the "Big Bang" sound like? These and other fascinating questions are discussed in the Noises in Space title using considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers.
Explore the dark side of space in Out of this World, a new and exciting series for struggling readers. Why should we colonize Mars? What are the dangers of living on Mars? These and other fascinating questions are discussed in the Mars Colonization title using considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers.
Explore the dark side of space in Out of this World, a new and exciting series for struggling readers. Is there life on other planets? What is Area 51? These and other fascinating questions are discussed in the Extraterrestrial Life title using considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers.
Explore the dark side of space in Out of this World, a new and exciting series for struggling readers. What are the four different types of black holes? What's inside a black hole? These and other fascinating questions are discussed in the Black Holes title using considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers.
Explore the dark side of space in Out of this World, a new and exciting series for struggling readers. What is antimatter? If we've never seen antimatter, how do we know it exists? These and other fascinating questions are discussed in the Antimatter title using considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers.
Could you survive lost in space? This book could save your life. With five survivalist hacks from everyday objects, you're sure to blast off into the next galaxy! Hacks are paired with a STEM connection that explains the science behind how the hack works. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these super engaging, high maturity books are sure to grab struggling readers.
Humans have only just begun to explore the vastness of space. In this hi-lo title, readers will learn about what it takes to venture into this uncharted territory. Descriptive text with an emphasis on STEM teaches readers about the obstacles explorers face in space. Special features highlight the preparation for space travel, introduce a famous explorer, and more. This fascinating title is sure to engage young readers!
Do you think students can tell fact from fiction? In a world where social media reigns supreme and tweets and posts go viral, discerning what's fact from fiction can be more difficult than it seems. In We Live In an Alternate Universe, readers will take a closer look at this conspiracy, why it spread, and where this theory originated.