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3) Universe
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Become an eyewitness to outer space and beyond in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the universe. Children will [see] how past, present, and future space exploration has helped our understanding of the Sun, our Solar System, rocky planets, gas giants, and explosive stars. This ... guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into far-off galaxies and out-of-this-world objects captured by powerful space telescopes....
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"... During a visit to a space museum, Fly Guy and Buzz learn all about planets, space crafts, space suits, and even dirty snowballs (i.e. comets!)! With straightforward fun facts, humorous illustrations of Fly Guy and Buzz, and vivid photographs throughout, this book is sure to be a hit with budding astronauts everywhere!"--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2018
Description
Retired astronaut Clayton Anderson takes readers on an A to Z flight through the alphabet from astronaut and blastoff to spacewalk and Zulu Time. Topics cover the history of NASA, science, and practical aspects of being an astronaut using fun poems for each letter paired with longer expository text in the sidebars. Perfect for science buffs, budding astronauts, and astronomy lovers of all ages.
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Robots help us understand our universe. Some fly to distant planets. Others work alongside astronauts in space. And some drive across the surface of Mars. How do these robots work, and what are they doing today? Read this book to find out!"--Provided by the publisher.
8) To the Sun!
Author
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Learning about the sun in school is so exciting that a child space enthusiast's imagination launches into a mission to discover more about the sun!"--
10) Voyage to Pluto
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explores scientists' thrilling quest to send a spacecraft to Pluto. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.-
11) Space
Author
Pub. Date
c2003 (new 2005)
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discover what it's like to live on a space station. Walk on the Moon with Neil Armstrong. Read about people who have traveled in space and do amazing work there.
12) Rockets
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about rockets. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--
14) Space stations
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explores space stations, including Mir Space Station and the International Space Station.
15) Roaring rockets
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Get ready for blast-off to learn all about rockets! Roaring Rockets follows the animal crew as they become astronauts heading to the Moon. Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids will love: spacesuits, oxygen helmets, the lunar lander, and much more!
16) Robots in space
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Simple text and full-color photographs describe eight different space robots and the work these robots do."--
17) Working in space
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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."--
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Series
Description
Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to NASA's Cassini-Huygens space probe, and its mission to explore the gas giant Saturn. Important details include the probe's construction, its launch, the landing of the Huygens probe on Saturn's moon Titan, and Cassini's continuing mission to unlock the secrets of Saturn's rings and other unique features. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2016.
Description
In this visually spectacular tour of the outer reaches of our solar system, readers discover many intriguing facts. For example, the outer planets are separated from the inner planets by the asteroid belt. And, in addition to discovering Jupiter's moons, Galileo, in the early 17th century, observed the phases of Venus and made careful studies of sunspots. Readers also learn why humans could never live on one of the gas planets. The physical and chemical...