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Publisher
Cavendish Square
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Space Science describes the world outside of ours. It includes a map of the planets, a description of the beginning of the universe, and fact boxes and sidebars on the sun, other stars, the planets, and other topics. It outlines the history of our study of the heavens. All of this knowledge is enhanced with an easy-to-understand question and answer format"--Provided by the publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishers, Inc
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Formats
Description
Why doesn't the Moon fall to Earth? Why do the seasons change? What is parallax? How can you simulate weightlessness on Earth? Young scientists will explore the solar system through applied space science answering questions about space. The far-out space experiments in this book will help students make a model of a lunar eclipse, build a spectroscope, and more! Many experiments include ideas students can use for science fair projects.
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
With the retirement of NASA's space shuttle fleet in 2011, the role of getting people, satellites and other instruments into space falls to private companies. As of June 2011, there have been only 523 people to reach the 100 kilometer mark (considered human spaceflight), and only 24 have traveled beyond low Earth orbit. It is projected that within ten years, the number of people who will have flown into space will increase by about 600 percent due...
Author
Publisher
The Great Courses
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Taught by Professor Gary Felder of Smith College, this course covers the history of the early universe starting with the Big Bang and continuing to the formation of the first stars and galaxies hundreds of millions of years later. Professor Felder also looks ahead to the ultimate fate of the universe and speculates on what may have happened before the Big Bang.
Publisher
Kaplan Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"With realistic practice, proven strategies, and expert guidance, Kaplan's GED Test Prep 2020 gives you everything you need to pass the test. Kaplan is the official partner for live online prep for the GED test and our content is 100% aligned with the GED test objectives."--from Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
EDC
Pub. Date
©2003
Language
English
Description
This book represents a new way to think about science education for young children. Based on the growing understanding that even the littlest learners are powerful thinkers and theory makers, it identifies important science inquiry skills and concepts appropriate for the very young. Also, it makes a strong case for integrating science into the curriculum right from the start--creating a context for the development of language, mathematical thinking,...
Series
Publisher
Kaplan Publishing, a division of Kaplan, Inc
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
An official online-prep guide to the GED Test provides more than 1,000 practice questions, essential reviews of all GED subjects, strategies for writing the RLA extended response and two full-length practice tests.
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Education
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Preparing to take the GED test? Fully updated to reflect the latest test format, this accessible book gives you a solid foundation in the skills you need to pass the GED. All four subjects of the test are covered: Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA), Social Studies, Science, and Mathematical Reasoning. You'll find practical lessons, practice questions with clear explanations, post tests to assess what you've learned, and more."--Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Starmetal symphony volume 1
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Jazz pianist Gus Kitko expected to spend his final moments on Earth playing piano at the greatest goodbye party of all time, and maybe kissing rockstar Ardent Violet, before the last of humanity is wiped out forever by the Vanguards--ultra-powerful robots from the dark heart of space, hell-bent on destroying humanity for reasons none can divine. But when the Vanguards arrive, the unthinkable happens--the mecha that should be killing Gus instead saves...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Provides step-by-step instructions for over forty science experiments examining the human body, the Earth, the natural world, and the properties of space. Also includes stories about famous scientists and pages explaining the science behind the activities.--
14) Project space
Author
Series
Publisher
Windmill Books
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
"You don't have to be an aerospace engineer to know about the remarkable scientific forces at work in our universe. You don't even have to leave the planet. This noteworthy book offers otherworldly adventures through hand-on activities and an awesome colorful design. Compelling projects help reinforce essential space-science information such as data about our solar system and the theory behind the Big Bang. Stunning artwork, humorous cartoons, and...
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Description
"Can people live on Mars? What challenges would that pose? This stimulating book will help readers investigate questions, while encouraging them to think critically and solve issues that real space professionals might face. Colorful images paired with thought-provoking text will engage and excite readers of many levels. High-interest content on space science supports the understanding of key STEM and NGSS curriculums. This captivating volume will...
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Little scientists will understand science in seconds with this essential homework-helping guide. Learn about everything from molecules and magnetism to rockets and radio waves and find out how a hot-air balloon rises, how erosion flattens mountains, how light waves zip through space, and how the human eye sees colours! With STEM (science, technology, engineering, and maths) subjects ever more important in today's technological world, How to be Good...
Author
Publisher
Smithsonian Books
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"An amusing and informative illustrated guide to life beyond our own planet that covers everything from training for and living in space to the future of space travel and tourism Now that suborbital space tourism is predicted to become a billion-dollar industry in the next ten years and NASA has announced its plans for landing humans on Mars in the 2030s, the dream of traveling and living in space is taking on new reality. But given that life on Earth...
Author
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"In Exploding Stars and Invisible Planets, Fred Watson, an award-winning astronomer, presents the most up-to-date knowledge on hot topics in astronomy and space science, providing a fascinating and entertaining account of the latest research. Watson explains how to find invisible planets around other stars, why dark matter matters, and the future of citizen space travel, all while recounting the seismic shifts in understanding that have taken place...
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