outer space

Describes living in space, including the construction and use of the International Space Station, steps taken to keep astronauts safe from dangerous conditions, how astronauts care for their mental and physical health in space, supply and life support logistics, and attempts to make living in space self-sustaining.

Describes how Mars may be colonized, including how humans and resources will get to Mars, the dangers of life on Mars, and how every day life may occur.

"When bored young Astroneer Seven plucks a mysterious crystal from the planet Boreas, he is catapulted across time and space! But the intrepid young adventurer has got bigger problems--by taking the crystal the very fabric of the planet starts to unravel threatening to start a chain reaction that could destroy the entire universe!"--Provided by publisher.

"Rover and Speck couldn't be more different. Rover is organized, careful, and on a mission to explore the far reaches of the galaxy. Speck is impulsive, excitable, and stranded alone on a rocky planet. But these two rovers have to team up when Rover crash lands and helps Speck recharge his battery. Together, they can explore the planet and gather tons of cool scientific data! That is, if the strange rock creatures chasing them don't get to them first"--Provided by publisher.

This book focuses on the composure, history and study of the asteroid belt. This book is a part of a series that examines the solar system.

A look at the International Space Station, covering it's design, uses, phases, and more.

Scientists use telescopes to see galaxies too far away to see in the night sky. But how do telescopes see so far? With energetic text and engaging backmatter, readers will discover how telescopes work and why scientists send them into space!.

Astronauts live and study on space stations as they orbit Earth. Readers will love learning fascinating details about these structures, from their beginnings to how they might be used in the future.

Did you know that the very first rockets were made from bamboo and gunpowder? What about that a Mars rover once played a birthday song for itself? And did you know that the International Space Station has a robotic handyman? Rockets, rovers, and space stations are just a few of the incredible space machines that have helped us explore our solar system and beyond. Discover extreme facts about space machines in this fun and kooky book.

Did you know that the first American astronaut who went to space didn't have a bathroom, so he had to pee in his spacesuit? And did you know that astronauts living in space strap down their sleeping bags and food trays so they don't float away? Life in space is pretty different from life on Earth, and scientists are working on ways for us to spend even more time in space! Discover extreme facts about life in space with this fun and kooky book.