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Books in A True Book: Space series

  • Stars

    Paul P. Sipiera

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, April 1, 1997)
    Explains the nature, formation, and death of stars
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  • The Solar System

    Howard K. Trammel

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2010)
    This series explores Earth's solar system as well as galaxies, stars, and other objects in space. Each book reflects the latest research and will teach readers basic scientific principles that aid in understanding the workings of the universe.
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  • Space Stations

    Diane M. Sipiera, Paul P. Sipiera, Diane M.

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, March 1, 1998)
    Examines space stations past and future and discusses their contributions to the exploration of worlds beyond our own
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  • Jupiter

    Larry Dane Brimner

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, April 1, 1999)
    Describes the appearance, climate, moons, and exploration of the largest planet in the solar system
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  • Galaxies

    Howard K Trammel

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Introduces galaxies, describing how they are formed, their different types, the structure and age of the Milky Way, and the role of the Hubble Space Telescope in mapping the universe.
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  • The Sense of Sight

    Ellen Weiss

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2009)
    Describes the relationship of light and vision, how people see, eyeglasses, blindness, and protecting sight.
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  • The Sense of Taste

    Ellen Weiss

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2009)
    Describes the role of the sense of taste in human life, the tongue and tasting, the five different kinds of tastes, taste testing, and flavoring agents.
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  • Ancient China

    Mel Friedman

    Library Binding (Scholastic, Sept. 1, 2009)
    - Clean new design for easy readability and comprehension- Updated text presented in a lively, continuous narrative- New center-spread sidebar feature presenting material in a fun, creative way- Excellent age-appropriate introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects- Important Words glossary clarifies subject-specific vocabulary- Resources section encourages independent study- Index makes navigating subject matter easy
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  • The Spanish Missions of California

    Megan Gendell

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2010)
    The history of Spain's missions in the American South and Southwest reveals much about Spain's strategy, contributions and failures in these regions, which the Spanish came to view as a defensive barrier for the northern frontier of their empire and as a place where pagan souls might be saved.
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  • Project Gemini

    Diane M. Sipiera

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 1997)
    Highlights the accomplishments of the twelve missions of the Gemini Program, including the first manned space flight and the first extravehicular activity or walk in space
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  • Tropical Rain Forests

    Peter Benoit

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2011)
    Explains what tropical rain forests are like, looks at the plants and animals that live in rain forests, and includes information on why tropical rain forests are important and what is being done to save them.
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  • Earth

    Larry Dane Brimner

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, March 1, 1999)
    Describes the planet Earth, exploring its composition, early ideas about its shape and position in the solar system, current theories about its creation, and its important relationship with the moon
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