Books in Mission: Space Science series

Describes different types of eclipses, what causes them to occur, and how they have been studied at different times in history.

Describes constellations, discusses what they are used to navigate, and lists some of the best known ones.

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.

This book takes a look at what a space home might look like and what it would take to live on Marsthe Red Planet (or any other place in space, for that matter). From the Mars ice home of the future to a make-your-own project, this book will enthrall and inspire readers and future engineers.

For years, space scientists have been asking the question Is there other life out there? Readers will enjoy the fascinating history of our search for extraterrestrial lifefrom aliens to tiny microbeswith technology such as telescopes, radio signals, and monitoring systems.

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.

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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.

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.

"For years, space scientists have been asking the question "Is there other life out there?" Readers will enjoy the fascinating history of our search for extraterrestrial life--from aliens to tiny microbes--with technology such as telescopes, radio signals, and monitoring systems."--