A Child's Introduction to Space Exploration An Explorer's Guide to Rockets, Astronauts, and Life in Zero Gravity

We are living in a golden age of astronomy and space exploration, with more discoveries about the universe every day. With so many possibilities now open to us, revered science writers Michael E. Bakich and David J. Eicher will take young readers on a journey to the throughout the universe in this latest edition of A Child's Introduction series.Perfect for budding explorers aged 8-12, Bakich and Eicher explore the history of space exploration from the very first rocket in China, to the moon landing, to the latest missions to Mars (and beyond). They also include profiles of noteworthy scientists, engineers, and astronauts including Isaac Newton, Neil Armstrong, Mae Carol Jemison; fun sections on space food, UFOs, a timeline of space suits, and how to go to the bathroom in space; and STEM experiments like how to build your own rocket and how to tell time using the sun. Packed with dozens of NASA photos and charming original illustrations, and a pull-out poster, this fascinating book reveals the wonders of space exploration-past, present and future!

ISBN:	9780762478842
Publisher:	Little, Brown
Imprint:	Black Dog & Leventhal
Published date:	22 Sep 2022
DEWEY:	629.45
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	96
Weight:	760g
Height:	262mm
Width:	258mm
Spine width:	16mm

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