Discusses the first men and women who traveled into space, from Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin to John Glenn. The world held its breath in July 1969 as it watched the first humans leave footprints on the Moon. Decades later, the lure of space exploration still sparks our imaginations. How did it all begin, and where else will it lead? This series chronicles the history of space exploration, from the invention of the rocket in China in the thirteenth...

Presents an introduction to astronomy and the constellations, planets, and galaxies.

Describes different types of rockets and how they work, including Falcon 9, New Shepard, Lynx, and SpaceShipTwo.--

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to send spacecraft to Mars. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.--

Describes different types of shuttle program and its missions, including Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, and Atlantis.--

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to send a spacecraft to Pluto. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.-

"Inspired by science headlines, this book explores new discoveries, technological achievements, and exciting new research on planets."--

"This thrilling journey from our own star to stars at the farthest reaches of the universe includes incredible NASA photographs, STEM Focus sidebars, and lively, age-appropriate text."--

"A new set of True Books on Space Exploration"--

"Scientists hope to one day build a colony on Mars. There are still many challenges to overcome. Colonists will need food, water, and safe shelters. The conditions on the planet can be very dangerous. Colonizing Mars covers how space explorers plan to travel to Mars and establish colonies there."--