Carole Stott

A guide to the mysteries beyond Earth and its atmosphere, and the daily life of astronauts.

Space Exploration

Space (Eye Wonder)

Eye Wonder

Displays images from NASA's archives of the universe, and offers insights from engineers and scientists on the history of space exploration.

From Earth to the Edge of the Universe

Space

Space Facts

Clint Twist

An illustrated introduction to the space sciences and astronomy.

This guide covers space in encyclopaedic detail with a special 32-page section providing hundreds of extra facts.

1,001 Facts about Space

A panoramic look at astronomy, this book covers every aspect of the subject and chronicles the discoveries made by stargazers, from the ancient Egyptians and Aztecs to today's advanced space probes. Crammed with authoritative information and interesting facts about everything from the birth of stars to the search for extraterrestrial life, this fascinating book offers children a broad perspective on their universe. Crisp, up-to-date photographs complement the text, while detailed captions and diagrams bring clarity to more complex concepts. There's information on how to identify familiar and unusual constellations as well as answers to the questions that have intrigued both children and great astronomers since the beginning of civilization.

Discoveries, Solar System, Stars, Universe

Astronomy

An illustrated account of humanity's exploration of the moon, from our first observations and attempts to the first landing and later expeditions.

The Race for the Moon

Moon Landing

Ladybird

Are you mad about space? From astronauts and asteroids to rockets and robots, this book is packed with fascinating facts and key information for all young space enthusiasts. Also includes a link to fantastic downloadable Mad About posters.

Help your child learn about space exploration with the new edition of this fact-packed guide and dedicated website From how satellites in space help us to forecast the weather to how an astronaut�s body is affected upon re-entering Earth�s atmosphere; let your child discover all about the mysteries beyond Earth. They�ll discover more about space exploration. Great for projects or just for fun, ensure your child learns everything they need to know about space exploration. With dedicated website www.ew.dk.com.

Giles Sparrow

Find everything you need to observe, understand and enjoy the night sky in this complete practical kit for star watchers. Pick up the handy visual guide and find out what you�ll need to get started and when to look for stars, plus explore a complete introduction to the Solar System. Use the interactive planisphere to navigate the entire sky any time of night, throughout the year. Plus, 44 double-sided cards and a mini torch reveal how to identify each constellation, with hints and tips on special features to look for in each formation. Whether you�re a complete beginner or an accomplished astronomer, this is your up-to-date guide to exploring the cosmos.

Starfinder

Nychterinos ouranos

A colorful guide to the nighttime sky for amateur astronomers explains what one can expect to see, how to identify constellations, and how to observe the moon, planets, and other bodies of the solar system, in a package that features constellation cards, star charts, a night-sky calendar wheel, and more.

The Complete Beginner's Guide to Exploring the Night Sky

Taking as its starting point a child's natural desire to understand the world, this is a series designed to entertain and to inform. This book focuses on astronomy, and each spread investigates a specific theme or topic, with answers to questions, plus additional snippets of information.

I Wonder why Stars Twinkle and Other Questions about Space

Containing the most current information, research, and discoveries, "Mission: Space" offers a comprehensive look at the galaxy and beyond through photos from the newest satellites and telescopes. Full color.

A Full-Throttle Tour of the Universe

Mission Space

Robert Dinwiddie

David Wolstenholme Hughes

Take an incredible journey through Space, starting from a launchpad on earth, to the solar system, the Milky Way and beyond, and finally to the very edges of the visible universe. Featuring the latest spectacular images from NASA and other sources, including more than 100 pictures released during the last two years, makes this a journey of a lifetime. Discover the technology and spacecrafts behind these extraordinary journeys, learn more about planets, asteroids, and galaxies as they are introduced and supported with explanatory artworks and find out about the important discoveries that have been made

From our solar system neighbors to the mysteries of deep space, this remarkable book explores the planets and stars of our galaxy and beyond. Will interplanetary travel become routine? Why do stars explode? KFK Stars & Planets will motivate avid young astronomers and aspiring astronauts to consider all the biggest questions.

Stars and Planets

Pick up the handy visual guide and find out what you?ll need to get started and when to look for stars, plus explore a complete introduction to the Solar System. Use the interactive planisphere to navigate the entire sky any time of night, throughout the year. Plus, 44 double-sided cards and a mini torch reveal how to identify each constellation, with hints and tips on special features to look for in each formation.

Examines how astronomer Caroline Herschel, aviator Amy Johnson, and astronaut Sally Ride made significant contributions in the work of their choice despite male prejudice.

Carole Stott

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