The International Space Station: 52 Fascinating Facts for Kids
The International Space Station: 52 Fascinating Facts for Kids

Author: Karen Wright

Publisher:

Published: 2018-06-12

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 9781720682653

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The International Space Station - or ISS - is the largest ever manned object to be put into space. The ISS orbits the Earth at a speed of 17,500 mph (28,000 kph) taking just 90 minutes to complete a journey round the planet.Karen Wright provides you with a detailed list of important facts about the International Space Station - including why and how it was built, how the astronauts aboard the ISS live for long periods in space and what the future holds.We are sure that that you will be fascinated by the facts about the International Space Station in our book and that you will be encouraged to discover even more about this incredible and important spacecraft.

Reference Guide to the International Space Station
Reference Guide to the International Space Station

Author: Gary Kitmacher

Publisher: CreateSpace

Published: 2010-11-01

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 9781470028114

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The International Space Station (ISS) is a great international, technological, and political achievement. It is the latest step in humankind's quest to explore and live in space. The research done on the ISS may advance our knowledge in various areas of science, enable us to improve life on this planet, and give us the experience and increased understanding that can eventually equip us to journey to other worlds. As a result of the Station s complexity, few understand its configuration, its design and component systems, or the complex operations required in its construction and operation. This book provides high-level insight into the ISS. The ISS is in orbit today, operating with a crew of three. Its assembly will continue through 2010. As the ISS grows, its capabilities will increase, thus requiring a larger crew. Currently, 16 countries are involved in this venture. The sophisticated procedures required in the Station's construction and operation are presented in Amazing 3D Graphics generated by NASA 104 pages of spectacularly detailed color graphics the Space Station as you've never seen it before!

Super Cool Space Facts
Super Cool Space Facts

Author: Dr. Bruce Betts

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2019-09-03

Total Pages: 294

ISBN-13: 1641525223

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Discover a universe of fun and amazing facts about space for kids 6 to 9 Take an exciting, fact-filled journey that goes where all great space books for kids should—to our solar system and beyond! Super Cool Space Facts is bursting with info about stormy planets, exploding stars, weird black holes, amazing landers, and more. Blast past other space books for kids with: Galaxies of wonder—Launch into learning with awesome and easy-to-digest facts about everything from asteroids hurtling through space to astronauts on the International Space Station. Entertaining information—Fill your outer space adventure with the jokes, big word alerts, and fascinating mysteries of the universe all space books for kids should have. Full-color photos—See how cool space is with incredible pictures of stars, galaxies, planets, constellations, and more. Super Cool Space Facts brings you out-of-this-world fun—and a must have title for anyone interested in space books for kids.

The International Space Station
The International Space Station

Author: Clive Gifford

Publisher: Wayland

Published: 2019-01-22

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781526302175

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Just what is it like living on board the International Space Station? Well, now you can find out in this fascinating book ... illustrations have a really key role ... they are technically accurate and provide true representations of the mechanics, modules and equipment on board the ISS. (Parents In Touch) What is the space station and how did it get into space? How do astronauts get there and what do they do once they're there? How do astronauts eat, sleep, or even breathe, in space? What effect does living in space have on the human body, from making you taller to losing your muscles because of zero gravity. If everything floats, then how can you go to the toilet and where does your wee and poo go? Uncover all of the answers and more in this beautifully illustrated and fun book for children. Find out what it takes to become an astronaut and about the essential science experiments that are being carried out there. Written to inspire a new generation of astronauts, Clive's detailed and fact-filled text will make you think you've visited the space station yourself. Fully illustrated by self-confessed space geek illustrator, Dan Schlitzkus, the illustrations are technically accurate and provide true representations of the mechanics, modules and equipment on board the ISS.

The International Space Station (A True Book: Space Exploration)
The International Space Station (A True Book: Space Exploration)

Author: Rebecca Kraft Rector

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2022-04-19

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 1338825879

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From the first time a person looked up at the skyand wondered "What's out there?" humans have dreamed about exploring the cosmos. In 1998, scientists from around the world worked together to build a science lab in outer space. Since then, the ISS has orbited the earth more than 120,000 times and been home to more than 200 astronauts! ISS scientists have conducted experiments on topics, including how the human body reacts to living in space and how to grow food in microgravity. Share in the joy of exploration and discovery with International Space Station. ABOUT THE SERIES: This book is part of A True Book series, Space Exploration, that includes the titles Human Missions to Outer Space, Mars Rovers, The International Space Station, and UFO's. The series features the latest NASA imagery and lively text to bring the wonder of space exploration directly to readers.