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Scientists have identified at least 100 million pieces of space debris from paint chips to nonoperational zombie satellites floating in Earth's orbit. And over 100 tons of those pieces enter Earth's atmosphere each year! Journey into outer space and learn about the dangers of space junk collisions, how scientists track them, and how space agencies are working to develop new technologies to clean up the space junk. Along the way, you'll hear from the scientists who are working to ensure that ou...

A comprehensive handbook to the planets, stars and constellations visible from the southern hemisphere. 6 pages for each month covering January-December 2019. This practical guide is both an easy introduction to astronomy and a useful reference for seasoned stargazers. Now includes a section on comets and a map of the moon. Diagrams drawn for the latitude of southern Australia, but including events visible from New Zealand and South Africa. Written and illustrated b...

This is a clear, vivid text with charts and maps showing the positions of the constellations the year round. AGES: 12 up AUTHOR: Hans Augusto Rey was born in Hamburg, Germany in 1898. As a child, he spent much of his free time in that city's famous Hagenbeck Zoo drawing animals. After serving in the army during World War I, he married Margret Rey and they moved to Montmartre for four years. The manuscript for the first Curious George books was one of the few items the Reys carried with them on...

Ready for liftoff, it’s time for an out-of-this-world adventure! Get ready for a whirlwind tour of the universe through stunning photographs and fascinating facts. Written by the National Space Centre, this beautiful hardback book is the perfect gift to inspire young space explorers aged 9+. What’s on the itinerary? Explore the universe planet by planetLearn about extraordinary space missionsWatch out for meteors, comets...

A brief history of early aeronautics with a detailed account of the events leading up to the historic flight of the Wright brothers at Kitty Hawk, N.C., in 1903.

An accessible guide to the solar system and our night skies. Published in association with the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Richly illustrated with full-colour images, this is a comprehensive, up-to-date description of the planets, their moons, and recent space discoveries. The book is enhanced by hundreds of striking images of the planets and moons. The Astronomy section is ideal for both novice astronomers and more experienced observers world-wide. The clear, full-colour maps show st...

Meet the pioneers of S.T.E.A.M. and discover their fascinating life stories and inspirations with the Masterminds series. Katherine Johnson was a mathematician who played a key role in calculating how to land on the moon. Featured in the 2016 movie "Hidden Figures," Johnson was one of the greatest mathematical minds in U.S. history. Masterminds readers will learn how influential figures in S.T.E.A.M., like Johnson, made massive contributions to their fields and how their stories and discoveries...

Patrick Moore introduces the stars and the night sky to complete beginners and children in this brand new, highly illustrated guide. Using simple terms, he brings the mysteries of the sky to a new audience. 'Are you interested in the stars? If so, I will try and help you make a start. Look up in the daytime, when there are no clouds. The sky is blue and the Sun is very bright. Do not look at the Sun for long, or you will hurt your eyes. At night you will see the stars, and for many nights each m...

Discover the planets and stars of our solar system. Find out what lies beyond our own galaxy.

"Describes the history and future of human space exploration"--Provided by publisher.