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A tour of outer space explores the solar system as well as stars, galaxies, and the birth of planets, and speculates on whether other intelligent beings exist in the universe.
Answers questions about space such as, "Are stars star-shaped," "Which is the coldest planet," and "What is a black hole."
Presents an introductory look at space, including information on the solar system, the history of space exploration, and space in the future.
"Computer-generated illustrations reveal the wonders of the universe, from the big bang and black holes to space travel."-- Source other than Library of Congress.
"From its history to its future, learn all about Jupiter, what it looks like, and how scientists study this huge planet."-- Provided by publisher.
Presents thirty home experiments designed to explore the principles of matter, including designing a model atom with marshmallows, building a volcano, and extracting DNA from a banana.
Introduces space by explaining such terms as the universe, solar system, planets, meteors, space stations, and satellites.
"A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away... it was a time of excitement. Angry Birds, Star Wars, and National Geographic united to take their fans on a galactic mission to uncover the true stories, inventions, and unb...
"Explores the International Space Station (ISS), including its construction and the missions required to build it, living and working aboard the ISS, and its importance as the future of the space program."
Introduction to the types and behaviour of cosmic bodies and celestial phenomenon.
A documentary that examines how the TV series Star Trek impacted our culture.
"Investigate the exciting advances in space exploration technology! Learn about the future of human interaction with outer space through striking images and simple, easy-to-understand language."--
From constellations and comets to planets and spacecraft, this tiny encyclopedia is packed with thousands of facts! It is filled with NASA images that will show you everything you need to know about space, from supernova...
When the New Horizons spacecraft whizzed by Pluto in 2015, Earthlings were dazzled by the breathtaking images it beamed home. They revealed a never-before-seen alien landscape - a world of mountains made of ice mixed wit...
Uses the Star Trek future as a launching pad to discuss the forefront of modern physics today, from Newton to Hawking, from Einstein to Feynman, from Kirk to Picard, Krauss leads you on a voyage to the world of physics a...