X-treme facts: Space

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Stars and galaxies

2022
"Did you know there are billions and billions of stars in the universe? And did you know they're grouped together as galaxies, including our very own spiral-shaped Milky Way galaxy? . . . Discover extreme facts about stars and galaxies"--Provided by publisher.

Space machines

2022
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.

Life in space

2022
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.

The International Space Station

2022
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.

Planets and moons

2022
"Did you know that the moon we see in the sky is not the only one out there? Other planets have moons, too--Saturn has 82! And did you know the weather is always stormy on Jupiter? Or what about that Venus has a bunch of volcanoes? Beyond our solar system, did you know that there are even more planets, called exoplanets? Scientists are finding more every year! Discover . . . facts about planets and moons"--Provided by publisher.
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