Space Exploration for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to Astronauts, Rockets, and Life in Zero Gravity
Explore deep space and beyond

Get ready to take a thrilling journey to the farthest reaches of the universe. Space Exploration for Kids is loaded with out-of-this-world facts and eye-popping photographs that give you an inside look into the daily lives of astronauts. From learning the history of space exploration and rockets to what life is like up there, this top choice among space books for kids 6-9 will inspire you to reach for the stars.

Discover what it takes to become an astronaut in this informative selection in space books for kids 6-9. Included are sections about training, how space affects the human body, and the type of work they conduct. Learn about different types of crewed spacecraft, and find out how to design your own rocket ship! Your first step toward a rocket-fueled adventure begins right now.

This standout among space books for kids 6-9 includes:

  • Reach for the stars—One of the most engaging space books for kids 6-9 takes you beyond the solar system and into deep space.
  • Astronaut 101—From astronaut training to living in space, there's a special focus on astronauts and space travel.
  • Learn more!—A selection of bonus materials like sidebars, fun activities, and callouts make your learning experience even more fun.

Go beyond other space books for kids 6-9 with this informative book about the final frontier.

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Space Exploration for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to Astronauts, Rockets, and Life in Zero Gravity
Explore deep space and beyond

Get ready to take a thrilling journey to the farthest reaches of the universe. Space Exploration for Kids is loaded with out-of-this-world facts and eye-popping photographs that give you an inside look into the daily lives of astronauts. From learning the history of space exploration and rockets to what life is like up there, this top choice among space books for kids 6-9 will inspire you to reach for the stars.

Discover what it takes to become an astronaut in this informative selection in space books for kids 6-9. Included are sections about training, how space affects the human body, and the type of work they conduct. Learn about different types of crewed spacecraft, and find out how to design your own rocket ship! Your first step toward a rocket-fueled adventure begins right now.

This standout among space books for kids 6-9 includes:

  • Reach for the stars—One of the most engaging space books for kids 6-9 takes you beyond the solar system and into deep space.
  • Astronaut 101—From astronaut training to living in space, there's a special focus on astronauts and space travel.
  • Learn more!—A selection of bonus materials like sidebars, fun activities, and callouts make your learning experience even more fun.

Go beyond other space books for kids 6-9 with this informative book about the final frontier.

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Space Exploration for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to Astronauts, Rockets, and Life in Zero Gravity

Space Exploration for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to Astronauts, Rockets, and Life in Zero Gravity

by Bruce Betts
Space Exploration for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to Astronauts, Rockets, and Life in Zero Gravity

Space Exploration for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to Astronauts, Rockets, and Life in Zero Gravity

by Bruce Betts

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Overview

Explore deep space and beyond

Get ready to take a thrilling journey to the farthest reaches of the universe. Space Exploration for Kids is loaded with out-of-this-world facts and eye-popping photographs that give you an inside look into the daily lives of astronauts. From learning the history of space exploration and rockets to what life is like up there, this top choice among space books for kids 6-9 will inspire you to reach for the stars.

Discover what it takes to become an astronaut in this informative selection in space books for kids 6-9. Included are sections about training, how space affects the human body, and the type of work they conduct. Learn about different types of crewed spacecraft, and find out how to design your own rocket ship! Your first step toward a rocket-fueled adventure begins right now.

This standout among space books for kids 6-9 includes:

  • Reach for the stars—One of the most engaging space books for kids 6-9 takes you beyond the solar system and into deep space.
  • Astronaut 101—From astronaut training to living in space, there's a special focus on astronauts and space travel.
  • Learn more!—A selection of bonus materials like sidebars, fun activities, and callouts make your learning experience even more fun.

Go beyond other space books for kids 6-9 with this informative book about the final frontier.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781647397562
Publisher: Callisto Publishing
Publication date: 09/15/2020
Series: Junior Scientists
Pages: 88
Sales rank: 409,094
Product dimensions: 7.90(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile: 830L (what's this?)
Age Range: 6 - 9 Years

About the Author

DR. BRUCE BETTS is a planetary scientist who loves teaching people about planets, space, and the night sky in fun and entertaining ways. He is the chief scientist for the world’s largest space interest group, The Planetary Society, where he heads both the Science and Technology and the Education and Outreach programs. He regularly writes for a variety of online and print publications, including The Planetary Report and his blog, planetary.org. Learn more at RandomSpaceFact.com.

Table of Contents

Welcome, Junior Scientist! vii

A Brief History of Space Exploration viii

Chapter 1 What to Expect in Space 1

Chapter 2 Countdown to Launch! 15

Chapter 3 Ready for Liftoff! 27

Chapter 4 Life in Space 41

Chapter 5 Who (And What) Has Been To Space? 53

Chapter 6 Your Ticket to Space 65

Glossary 69

More to Explore 72

Index 73

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