Examines the function of NASA and discusses its various space exploration programs and achievements.

Humans have made astonishing progress understanding space. The Space Exploration series takes readers on a journey through some of scientists most exciting discoveries and achievements. Learn how people continue to explore our solar system and beyond. Space Exploration is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities,...

Humans have made astonishing progress understanding space. The Space Exploration series takes readers on a journey through some of scientists most exciting discoveries and achievements. Learn how people continue to explore our solar system and beyond. Space Exploration is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities,...

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to build reusable rockets. 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.

From the first time a person looked up at the sky and wondered "What's our there?" humans have dreamed about exploring the cosmos. Over the years, there have been hundreds of reports of UFO (or unidentified flying object) sightings-which the U.S. government seemed to ignore. But, a recently released Pentagon report tells a different story. For five years, a secret government agency was tracking and investigating these sightings. Now, in the pages...

"An introduction to the sun and other stars for primary and intermediate grade students with information about their features and exploration. Includes charts and diagrams, a list of highlights for each chapter, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.

"An introduction to Mars for primary and intermediate grade students with information about its features and exploration. Includes charts and diagrams, a list of highlights for each chapter, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.

"An introduction to Mercury and Venus for primary and intermediate grade students with information about their features and exploration. Includes charts and diagrams, a list of highlights for each chapter, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.

Describes different types of rockets and how they work, including Falcon 9, New Shepard, Lynx, and SpaceShipTwo.

"An introduction to the history of telescopes and space probes for primary and intermediate grade students with information about their features and use. Includes a list of highlights for each chapter, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"-- Provided by publisher.