Books with title The Space Shuttle

Two new books have been added to Crabtree's Eye on the Universe series, an introduction for children to the exciting discoveries we have made in space and the mysteries that still remain. Up-to-date photographs taken through powerful space telescopes such as the Hubble give children a close-up view of: -- the planets in our solar system -- natural phenomena such as light shows in the sky -- the technology we have launched into space -- how people live and work without gravity Astronauts cannot take showers in microgravity. Tiny drops of water could drift away and damage equipment so they have to make do with a wet cloth and rinseless shampoo. Discover what it is like to live and work aboard The Space Shuttle. Simple text and awe-inspiring color photographs and diagrams show: -- inside the shuttle -- living conditions -- the various roles of the ground crew -- the shuttle's role in our future in space

Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

For years, the space shuttle program has taken astronauts out of Earth’s orbit, allowing humans to explore space and learn more about the universe around us. The space shuttle program is one of the most important steps in the history of our quest to explore the universe. Learn the amazing triumphs and tragedies of the space shuttle program. Find out about the history of space exploration, from the earliest missions to the space shuttle’s retirement. Discover how scientists hope to travel to space in years to come.