Books in Mission: Science series

What were the challenges of building the Three Gorges Dam? What are the pros and cons of this immense structure? Find out in this fascinating book.

"How soon can you board a rocketship to Mars? And how will you survive when you get there? There are so many challenges to overcome in sending a human into space, such as problems of distance, fuel, and propulsion. This compelling book describes the history and future of space travel and the exciting areas of research travel presents."--

Zamosky, Lisa

Energy is a Capstone Press publication.

"How was the solar system created? Why are the Sun and Moon the same size in the sky? These are just some of the questions answered in this exciting book about our seemingly endless solar system. Readers will love the problem-solving focus that makes space exploration an adventure in innovation."--

"Oumuamua is a space rock that formed around another star. Of the 10,000 space objects that have hurled past our Sun, this rock provides some proof that there are planets similar to Earth outside our solar system. This intriguing book reveals to young space explorers the secrets contained in the rocks that fly around in space."--

This series introduces real-world science examples that explain how scientists go about their work. By using newsworthy stories from the world of science and first-hand accounts that communicate excitement and present scientists as role models, this series really brings science to life.

The Flu is much more than a bad cold. It can kill. How does it spread so quickly? How are vaccines created? Find out in this fascinating book.

Will we ever be able to clone our pets? Would that be a good thing? Explore these topics in this fascinating book.

Satellites can now map 99 percent of the Earth's surface. What can scientists learn from these images? Find out in this fascinating book.

There is oil under the ice in the Arctic, but how much? How would getting it affect this protected ecosystem? Find out in this fascinating book.

This series introduces real-world science examples that explain how scientists go about their work. By using newsworthy stories from the world of science and first-hand accounts that communicate excitement and present scientists as role models, this series really brings science to life.