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Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"This book covers the planets in our solar system and galaxies beyond the Milky Way, including stories about astronauts life in space, the exoplanets, and the search for life on other planets; it features fun facts, games, hands-on activities, jokes, and more"--
Author
Publisher
Andrews McMeel Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
With a little help from her friends in the community (including legendary Bill Nye the Science Guy), Kate Howells has put together this kid's book for adults, where everything you thought you could never understand about the universe is explained in plain-old filthy English, just like talking to an old friend for hours after everybody's left the party, only stocked with actual, scientifically valid information.Taking all the best bits of science and...
10) Sky and earth
Publisher
Time-Life Books
Pub. Date
c1988
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Provides answers to questions about the seasons, rivers, deserts, volcanoes, oceans, icebergs, moon, stars, planets, and space. An activities section is included.
Author
Publisher
Page Street Publishing Co
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Presents experiments for kids and adults, each designed to show how mechanical science and astrophysics work from the inside out. Kids learn to make scientific observations, ask questions, identify and classify and find answers to their questions, all while investigating space.
Author
Series
Publisher
Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"How likely is it that humans aren't alone in the universe? Reports of strange lights, UFO sightings and alien encounters abound-and some (like recent accounts from U.S. Navy pilots) even sound credible. And in recent years, armed with state-of-the-art technology and better information, the search for extraterrestrials overflows with exciting possibilities. Within our own solar system, astrobiologists search for the biochemical building blocks that...
15) Don't know much about the universe: everything you need to know about the cosmos but never learned
Author
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2001]
Language
English
Description
From the ancients who charted the stars, to Jules Verne and Flash Gordon, to The X-Files, Apollo 13, and Armageddon, people around the world have long been intrigued with the heavens and outer space. DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT THE UNIVERSE, the fifth title in this bestselling series, uses the now-familiar and popular question-and-answer format to inform and entertain listeners by examining a subject that has inspired the greatest of fascinations, produced...
Author
Publisher
12-Story Library
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Exposes 12 of the most enduring myths about space. Full-color spreads give readers essential information about each myth, including why it exists, the key players who proved it wrong, and what the truth really is."--
Author
Publisher
Silver Dolphin Books
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
Explore the solar system and beyond-- vast galaxies, supernovas, and black holes. Discover new space technology, how astronauts train, and incredible findings by astronomers. Thousands of fascinating facts provide a clear insight into the mysteries of the universe. Information on every planet in the solar system; detailed illustrations and photographs; special section on all 88 constellations.
Author
Publisher
White Owl, an imprint of Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Did you know a compost heap generates as much energy as the Sun? Or that dung beetles use the Milky Way to navigate? Maybe you have not been into space but if you have then you will know that astronauts have feet as soft as babies! 101 Space Facts You Didn't Know takes you on a wild journey around the Universe bringing you facts galore. Whether you are a space enthusiast or a newcomer you will find plenty of facts in here to keep you amused and entertained....
Author
Publisher
Firefly Books
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"The Universe Explained gives scientific answers to 185 of the most popular questions about astronomy in a lightly humorous question-and-answer format. The Universe Explained answers questions about space travel; telescopes; the solar system; comets, asteroids and meteors; stars; black holes; the Milky Way and other galaxies; the Big Bang and space and time. As well, the possibility of life beyond our planet is explored with up-to-date space discoveries;...