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"Scott wasn't sure what he wanted to be when he grew up. He struggled in school and often got in trouble with his twin brother, Mark. Then one day Scott discovered a book about test pilots and astronauts that set him on a new path. His new focus led him to fly higher and higher, becoming first a pilot and then an astronaut, along with his brother--the first twin astronauts in history. But his greatest accomplishment of all was commanding the International...

Learn about the first man on the moon, explore the parts of a space suit, find out what astronauts do during their days off and more.

The image of Neil Armstrong stepping onto the moon in his spacesuit is a familiar one to most people. Few stop to think what an amazing invention the spacesuit is. Without it and similar ones of today, astronauts couldn't have accomplished the breathtaking feats they have. This book explores the many features of spacesuits, no ordinary uniforms. Photographs of astronauts performing spacewalks and other remarkable achievements show off the spacesuit...

"This book covers the most fascinating new space-travel discoveries in recent years. Inspired by science headlines, the book explores new discoveries, technological achievements, and exciting new research into the final frontier"-- Provided by publisher.

"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about astronauts. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"-- Provided by publisher.

A dozen people have set foot on the moon, and many people dream of being the next person to see what Earth looks like from space. Beginning readers learn what it takes to make it to space as an astronaut, conducting training missions and taking flight to study the universe among the stars. With great full-color pictures to provide strong picture-text correlation and enhance reading skills, this book is sure to be a hit with readers looking for an...

Daring and Dangerous: Space Explorers for grades 4–8 introduces young readers to the complex world of space exploration and the famous firsts, near misses, and disasters that have taken place. The fact- and photo-filled pages of this 32-page book offer readers an opportunity to learn what it takes to be a part of this daring and dangerous profession, from lift-off to landing. The Daring and Dangerous Stunt Performers series is an action-packed escape...

Sally Ride was the first American female astronaut to go to space. She worked on a space shuttle for two different missions. But Sally Ride did more than just travel to space. She also was a teacher, an author, and a professor. Learn more about her amazing life in this new biography!

This book provides an engaging overview of how and why people travel to space and do research there.

How do astronauts breathe in space? What is a lunar eclipse? Why is the sky blue? Learn the answers to these questions and many more in this engaging and indispensable resource.