Books in Adventures in science series

WE ARE going to take an imaginary space voyage to a neighbor we all know well, at least by sight - our moon. Imaginary - but also realistic, for we shall be traveling in a rocket ship built according to the latest scientific knowledge. Our equipment, our path through the heavens, our exploration upon the moon itself will be quite similar to an actual journey that will undoubtedly take place soon. At that time, a dream of cen- turies will be realized - man will land on the moon. We have good reason to be confident that our imaginary voyage is a prelude to the real thing. Already, one of the last barriers to lunar flight has been overcome by the successful development of rockets with thrust, or power, enough to break earth's gravitational hold. Man-made satellites sent around the moon and the sun, and around our own planet as well, attest to this great achievement. And with each new satellite sent into orbit, we are bridging the awesome abyss of outer space and probing the mysteries of our solar system.

Shirley Ann Jackson sees the unseen. She's an expert in the invisible particles that make up everything in the universe, including you. Shirley Ann Jackson is a theoretical physicist, a scientist who studies the subatomic world using only paper, pencils, computers, and the most important tool of all: her imagination. Her passion for science blossomed during her childhood, with bumblebee experiments and go-cart races. But it's her talent for math and her drive to succeed that have taken her career in amazing directions. Shirley uses her knowledge of electrons, neutrinos, and other particles of matter to better the lives of others - from solving important technology problems to teaching college physics to making nuclear power plants safer. A born leader, Shirley has always seized opportunities and broken down racial barriers, not only for herself but for others. "Strong Force" is the compelling story of an African American trailblazer and her science. Compelling and captivating, this true story of adventure traces the life of a young bee collector who lived her dream of becoming a world-renowned physicist.

In this delightful introduction to the art of Henri Rousseau children explore a tropical jungle while they learn about the colors and themes that make the artist’s paintings masterpieces of deceptive simplicity. As a customs official, Henri Rousseau escaped the boredom of his job by creating colorful paintings of a fantastic dream world—a place where apes and lions cavort, snakes slither, flamingoes stroll, tigers hunt, and enigmatic figures entice unsuspecting visitors amid lush, tropical plants and flowers. This book draws children into Rousseau’s most famous works, pointing out the many elements and symbols he incorporated, and helping them understand the use of perspective and color that were his trademarks. Biographical information reveals the importance the natural world played in Rousseau’s life and the playful text encourages further investigation into the power of imagination and creativity.

Join Sally Ride on her journey aboard the Space Shuttle! This book examines the extraordinary life of the first female US astronaut in space, from her early life to using a robotic arm in space. Find out about other female astronauts and their achievements. Understand the rigorous training that astronauts undergo and how they prepare for a journey into the unknown.