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The Moon

J. P. Press (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647475161

Look up at the night sky and you might see something bright. It's the moon! But where does the moon's light come from? And why does it look like it changes shape and size in the sky? Find out the answers to these questions and more in through simple text and bright, engaging photos. Let's go off to the moon!

Planets

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647475178

Let's take a tour of the planets that spin around our sun. From mini Mercury to giant Jupiter, red and rocky Mars to icy blue Neptune, and--of course--our home in the solar system, Earth! Travel through space to learn all about planets through simple text and bright, engaging photos. There's so much to explore when we go off to the planets!

Christina Koch

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647477325

Christina Koch reached for the stars--and made it to space! As a kid, a love for science and engineering sent Christina to her school's rocket club and her backyard shed to build things with her dad. And that was all before she joined NASA, explored some of the most remote places on this planet, and finally blasted off for a historic space mission. As the record holder for the longest spaceflight made by a woman, you might think Christina's had enough of zero gravity. But not if she has anything to say about it! Learn all about Christina's spectacular journey as a NASA astronaut and engineer.

Mae Jemison

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647470036

Mae Jemison's groundbreaking journey to space opened doors for future women to succeed in STEM fields and beyond. Find out what led to her expedition to space, and learn more about the great work she has done since.

We Live In an Alternate Universe

V. C. Thompson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914274

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.

Visitors from Outer Space

Mari Bolte (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914649

The odds of us being alone in outer space are small. Maybe we've already been visited by alien life but didn't even know it. What if those life forms are still here? Jump into some of Earth's most alien mysteries and explore the signs they may have left behind. Includes 21st Century Skills and Content, sidebars, activity, table of contents, index, and glossary.

Time Travel Is Real

V. C. Thompson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914243

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 Time Travel Is Real, readers will take a closer look at this conspiracy, why it spread, and where this theory originated.

The Moon Landing Was Fake

V. C. Thompson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914236

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 The Moon Landing Was Fake, readers will take a closer look at this conspiracy, why it spread, and where this theory originated.

Space Mysteries

Mari Bolte (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914595

In 2017, a huge rocky formation was spotted moving through space, defying science's understanding of natural motion. Researchers called the rock 'Oumuamua. Two years later, a similar formation was found. Could the rocks have been made by intelligent life? And is this the first time we've seen something out of this world? Space is full of mysteries--and we're here to solve them.

Sending Signals into Space

Mari Bolte (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914625

Searching for signs of alien life is nothing new. Since the first believer, people have wanted to communicate with whatever might be out there. Learn about the satellites and observatories being used today to send and receive signals from space and find out if anything has responded to our call. Includes 21st Century Skills and Content, sidebars, activity, table of contents, index, and glossary.

Lost on Base: Storming Area 51

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914700

Erin, Mateo, and Noel started the Star Gazers to uncover the truth about life beyond the stars. Convinced that Earth is being visited by extraterrestrial travelers, they investigate a series of top secret files originating from Nellis Air Force Base, which happens to be where Erin's mother works. When a mysterious signal calls to the kids from inside Area 51, the amateur ufologists sneak into the base during a flash-mob raid on the infamous location. Caught up in the action, they're pursued by a being of pure energy that may hold the answers to all of their questions.

Intergalactic Livestream: Canceled

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914694

Erin, Mateo, and Noel started the Star Gazers to uncover the truth about life beyond the stars. Convinced that Earth is being visited by extraterrestrial travelers, they investigate a series of top secret files originating from Nellis Air Force Base, which happens to be where Erin's mother works. Abducted by an alien known as a Reptilian, the kids learn of the species' intention to reveal itself to humanity. When an overzealous influencer looks to exploit the reveal, the friends will have to step up and do what's right for the planet.

Finding Life in the Universe

Mari Bolte (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914601

We're not alone in the universe; Earth is just one tiny planet in the vast cosmos. Biologists are searching the skies for signs of life, from tiny microbes to supersmart sci-fi societies, discovering what else is out there lies just beyond the stars. Space is full of mysteries--and we're here to solve them. Includes 21st Century Skills and Content, sidebars, activity, table of contents, index, and glossary.

Extraterrestrial: Past, Present, and Future

Mari Bolte (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914632

Our solar system is more than six billion years old. Scientists believe there was life on Mars four million years ago. Many people on Earth believe they are the only life forms in the universe but, with millions of undiscovered planets out there, can that really be true? Find out how life began on Earth, how far humans have come in a short period of time, and how we might measure up to other worlds.

Dark Waters: A Portal to Space

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914687

Erin, Mateo, and Noel started the Star Gazers to uncover the truth about life beyond the stars. Convinced that Earth is being visited by extraterrestrial travelers, they investigate a series of top secret files originating from Nellis Air Force Base, which happens to be where Erin's mother works. While conducting research on the underwater base Sycamore Knoll, the kids meet a like-minded youth and join forces to gain access to the facility, only to discover that there's more to their new friend than meets the eye.

Countdown Initiated: Escaping the UFO

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914656

Erin, Mateo, and Noel started the Star Gazers to uncover the truth about life beyond the stars. Convinced that Earth is being visited by extraterrestrial travelers, they investigate a series of top secret files originating from Nellis Air Force Base, which happens to be where Erin's mother works. Learning about the Advanced Aviation Threat Identification Program leads the kids to an underground training facility where they become trapped in a UFO bound for Europa, one of Jupiter's many moons.

Close Encounters: The Aliens Are Here

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914670

Erin, Mateo, and Noel started the Star Gazers to uncover the truth about life beyond the stars. Convinced that Earth is being visited by extraterrestrial travelers, they investigate a series of top secret files originating from Nellis Air Force Base, which happens to be where Erin's mother works. Discovering that Bigfoot and similar creatures hail from distant planets, the kids set out on a mission to free the famous cryptid from a roadside museum where it's set to be the star attraction and reunite it with its long-lost brother.

Chased by Men in Black: Protecting the Secrets of 'Oumuamua

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668914663

Erin, Mateo, and Noel started the Star Gazers to uncover the truth about life beyond the stars. Convinced that Earth is being visited by extraterrestrial travelers, they investigate a series of top secret files originating from Nellis Air Force Base, which happens to be where Erin's mother works. While searching for information on the mysterious 'Oumuamua, the kids meet a researcher who claims to be a stranded alien and agree to help him evade capture at the hands of the ominous men in black.

The International Space Station

Catherine C. Finan (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781636915210

Did you know that the International Space Station is the largest human-made space object? Something that big might seem like it can't move fast--but the ISS cruises through space at about 5 miles (8 km) per second! Spend some time on this massive, speedy space station to learn about how ISS crew members work on incredible science experiments and stop their food from floating away in low gravity. Discover extreme facts about the International Space Station in this fun and kooky book.

Stars and Galaxies

Catherine C. Finan (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781636915265

Did you know there are billions and billions of stars in the universe? They're grouped together as galaxies, including our very own spiral-shaped Milky Way galaxy! And did you know that galaxies are always moving? Some even crash into each other. Discover extreme facts about stars and galaxies in this fun and kooky book.

Ellen Ochoa

Monika Davies (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645988649

As a girl, Ellen Ochoa didn’t dream of going to space. But then she saw Sally Ride do it. This role model inspired Ochoa to apply at NASA. With hard work and perseverance, Ochoa became the first Latina to go to space. Now Ochoa is working to ensure diversity in the next generation of space explorers.

Beneath the Surface: A Race Against Time

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668902363

Even with no visible water present, the team discovers a vast ocean that stretches deep beneath the surface of Mars. While Malcolm imagines the aquatic Martians who live there to be uniquely adapted to the dark, their technology proves to not be as versatile. The temperatures drop dramatically, freezing the water around them and fixing their submarine in ice. Now it's up to science and creativity to free them from their frozen limbo--or they risk being stuck down there forever. This graphic novel includes Mars facts and survival tips as well as in-depth content on animal adaptation and behavior. Backmatter includes an activity page and character information.

The Sand Seas of Mars: Repairing the Rover

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668902318

The rover Perseverance is damaged and stranded in the windswept sand seas of Mars. The team of interplanetary explorers locates the rover, but Dr. Thomas is unable to repair it in the field without the necessary parts. Malcolm and Daniela volunteer to return to basecamp to retrieve the parts. On their journey, Malcolm's imagination dreams up some of the Martians who may have adapted to live in the harsh alien environment. This graphic novel includes Mars facts and survival tips as well as in-depth content on animal adaptation and behavior. Backmatter includes an activity page and character information.

The Meteor Shower: Seeking Shelter

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668902332

An adventurous team explores the Mars plains, which is littered with impact craters as far as the eye can see. As Malcolm imagines the region filled with gentle giants who travel in herds, Daniela analyzes the soil and makes a startling realization--a meteor shower is due to occur on the very day that they've arrived! With the clock ticking, the team must use science and creativity to quickly build a shelter before the sky rains down on them. This graphic novel includes Mars facts and survival tips as well as in-depth content on animal adaptation and behavior. Backmatter includes an activity page and character information.

The Rising Tide of Lava: Chaos on Mars

Jason M. Burns (author) Dustin Evans (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668902370

An adventurous team discovers why the chaos terrain of Mars is so chaotic when waves of lava flow over the land, trapping them on a ridge. With the magma rising, Malcolm imagines the region as a migratory haven for the birds of Mars, and through this creative perspective, Dr. Thomas crafts a device that will help them escape the lava field--by flying over it! This graphic novel includes Mars facts and survival tips as well as in-depth content on animal adaptation and behavior. Backmatter includes an activity page and character information.