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Space Nonfiction
November 2024 |
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Beginning Readers Nonfiction
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The Night Sky
by Marion Dane Bauer
From planets and stars to constellations and meteor showers, readers will discover the amazing sights that can be seen in our night sky in this stellar Level 1 Ready-to-Read book.
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Shining Star: Vera Rubin Discovers Dark Matter
by Suzanne Slade
This engaging STEM/STEAM picture book biography shows how pioneering astronomer Vera Rubin, who discovered evidence for the existence of dark matter, the most mysterious substance in the universe, changed people's understanding of both the universe and what a woman can do.
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Clouds in Space: Nebulae, Stardust, And Us
by Teresa Robeson
Blending real space science with luminous images, this introduction to nebulas, little-known astronomical phenomena, takes readers on a cosmic exploration where they'll learn more about these immense space clouds, from how they form to what they do.
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The Solar System
by Marion Dane Bauer
Blast into orbit in the fifth book in this nonfiction Level 1 Ready-to-Read series about the universe that's perfect for kids who love science and space.
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34 Amazing Facts About Space
by Marie-Therese Miller
Space holds some of the universe's biggest mysteries. Readers will discover incredible facts about moon missions, planets, stars, and more in this fun, high-interest book.
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Wonders of the Night Sky: Astronomy Starts With Just Looking Up
by Raman Prinja
For millennia, curious people have looked to the sky and wanted to understand the wonders that appeared. Readers can connect to the many parts of our universe visible to the naked eye and make inspiring connections to the science behind the stellar backdrop.
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The Space Encyclopedia
by Gail Radley
Readers will get an in-depth look at the critical components that make up space. Alongside engaging photos, readers will learn about planets, the moon, the sun, stars, asteroids, comets, meteoroids, galaxies, the universe, and the exciting field of space exploration. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index.
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The Ultimate Kid's Guide to the Universe
by Jenny Marder
Buckle up for a tour across space in this guide to the universe! With stunning photos of outer space, easy at-home experiments, and fun activities, this is the only guide kids need on their journey of learning about the stars, the planets, the moon, and so much more! Author Jenny Marder, a senior science writer for NASA, accessibly explores all there is to know about astronomy for curious young readers.
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Journey to Mars
by Mari Bolte
Mars is millions of miles away from where you stand. The race to get from here to there has been going on for decades. With every passing day, that journey through the stars has changed from science fiction to a scientific factual possibility. New inventions have led the way toward space exploration. What can we take with us into the future, and what will we need to leave behind on Earth? Full-color photos show the new advancements that will get us there. 21st Century sidebars discuss technological advancements, hypothesize future endeavors and inventions, and solve problems and challenges astronauts might face. An activity at the end lets readers think about what they learned in a hands-on way.
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Is There Anybody Out There?
by Laura Krantz
Investigating the science, culture and philosophy of a universe where we're not alone, a popular podcaster and journalist encourages readers to open their minds to new possibilities as they try to determine if aliens might exist.
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The International Space Station
by Rebecca Kraft Rector
Is it true that there is a science laboratory in outer space? Yes! It is the International Space Station. Astronauts from around the world have used it to perform experiments for more than 20 years. Inside, you'll find: what daily life looks like aboard the ISS -- including how astronauts sleep; a hands-on activity, a timeline, photos, diagrams -- and how the ISS was built in outer space; surprising TRUE facts that will shock and amaze you!
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Human Missions to Outer Space
by Laurie Calkhoven
Is it true that 12 astronauts have walked on the moon? Yes! They were all part of the Apollo program. Specially designed suits kept them safe on the lunar surface. Inside, you'll find information on the crewed missions to date -- as well as those that are planned for the future.
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Space: From the Beginning of Time to the Final Frontier
by Anne Rooney
This visual guide to space exploration with illustrated, annotated timelines reveals how we've mapped the Universe, sent spacecraft to distant planets and catalogued billions of stars, reinforcing readers' understanding of space science by putting facts in context and developing a sense of chronology and perspective.
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The Apollo 11 Moon Landing: Spot the Myths
by Matt Chandler
Invites kids to read the stories about the astronauts on the Apollo 11 spacecraft who, in 1969, were the first people to land on the moon, and challenges kids to spot the myths about this historic event.
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Weird but true! Star Wars: 300 Epic Facts from a Galaxy Far, Far Away
by National Geographic Kids
Bursting with photos and facts from across the Star Wars galaxy-including trivia from all three film trilogies, The Mandalorian, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edgeª, and beyond-this book will delight fans of all ages. Readers will glimpse the real-world inspiration behind the planet Tatooine, find out how many people it actually takes to play the Mandalorian, Din Djarin, and even discover hidden wonders to see and explore in the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edgeª theme park locations. And much, much more. May the facts be with you!"
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Star Sailor: My Life As a NASA Astronaut by Charles F. BoldenThe first Black head of NASA recalls shuttle missions and more, in a book that provides an in-depth look at how astronauts train, work and live, and includes diagrams, scientific sidebars and photographs.
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Ellen Takes Flight: The Life of Astronaut Ellen Ochoa
by Doreen Rappaport
Introduces young readers to astronaut and Johnson Space Center director Ellen Ochoa, the first Latina to reach outer space, chronicling her extraordinary career and numerous distinctions and awards as she reached for the stars.
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Starstruck: The Cosmic Journey of Neil deGrasse Tyson
by Kathleen Krull
A STEM-focused Step Into Reading portrait of groundbreaking physicist Neil deGrasse Tyson describes the thirst for knowledge that shaped his early years and the achievements that rendered him the Hayden Planetarium’s director and America’s most-recognized living expert on the cosmos.
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