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Exploration of outer space International Space Station. Life support systems (Space environment) Life support systems (Space environment) Juvenile literature Outer space Outer space Exploration Outer space Exploration Juvenile literature Space environment Space stations Space stations Juvenile literatureRector, Rebecca Kraft
Summary: From the first time a person looked up at the sky and wondered 'What's out there?" humans have dreamed about exploring the cosmos. In 1998, scientists from around the world worked together to build a science lab in outer space. Since then, the ISS has orbited the earth more than 120,000 times and been home to more than 200 astronauts! ISS scientists have conducted experiments on topics,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic, Inc. 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.44 RECReynolds, Donna
Summary: "Humans have long been fascinated with exploring the vast expanse of space, despite the inherent dangers of surviving beyond Earth's atmosphere. This volume delves into the history of human space exploration, from the first pioneering missions to the cutting-edge technology being developed today. Readers discover the physical and psychological challenges that come with living in space, from the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square Publishing 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.45 REYLawrence, Ellen
Summary: How does it feel to work in zero gravity in a laboratory more than 200 miles above Earth? What kinds of experiments do astronauts carry out? Learn the answers to these questions and more as you get ready to blast off into space!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.45 LAWThompson, Mark
Summary: Imagine living on an alien planet! But to really do that you'll need to apply a fair bit of science. This book has twelve scientific investigations to help you understand how force fields help us, why taking a shower is space is tricky and how tiny specs of space dust can be deadly. Discover why insulation is important and what would happen if you went out into space without a spacesuit - and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.45 THOTaylor, Helen Springhetti
Summary: "A kid-friendly, accessible, and humorous text that describes the sometimes complicated task of eating while in space"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Company 2023
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Summary: "Find out the latest discoveries in space stations with animated 3D models that bring space alive in augmented reality."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.44 HIRNixon, David
Summary: In 1984 President Ronald Reagan gave NASA the go-ahead to build a Space Station. A generation later, the International Space Station is an established and highly successful research centre in Earth orbit. The history of this extraordinary project is a complex weave of powerful threads - political, diplomatic, financial and technological among them - but none is more fascinating than the story...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Circa Press 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 629.442 NIXSipiera, Diane M.
Summary: Examines space stations past and future and discusses their contributions to the exploration of worlds beyond our own.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 1997
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.442 SIPJones, Thomas D.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Smithsonian Books/Collins 2006
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 JONES, THOMAS JONSummary: "An introduction to space exploration, including information about the first people in space, space stations, the space shuttle, and missions to the moon, planets, and other bodies in the solar system. Features include a timeline, illustrations, photographs, a glossary, and a list of recommended books and websites"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.41 SPADickmann, Nancy
Summary: Readers will get a peek into what it's like to visit the moon, climb aboard the International Space Station, and explore many other parts of space.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Windmill Books, an imprint of Rosen Publishing 2019
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 523.2 DICRobertson, Robbie
Summary: Born of Mohawk and Cayuga descent, musical icon Robbie Robertson learned the story of Hiawatha and his spiritual guide, the Peacemaker, as part of the Iroquois oral tradition. Now he shares the same gift of storytelling with a new generation. Hiawatha was a strong and articulate Mohawk who was chosen to translate the Peacemaker's message of unity for the five warring Iroquois nations during the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2022