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Author
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This title is all about the out-of-this-world International Space Station that has been orbiting Earth since 1998. Readers will learn all about its construction, updates throughout the years, the people who work on it, and its uses.
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Did you know that the first American astronaut who went to space didn't have a bathroom, so he had to pee in his spacesuit? And did you know that astronauts living in space strap down their sleeping bags and food trays so they don't float away? Life in space is pretty different from life on Earth, and scientists are working on ways for us to spend even more time in space! Discover extreme facts about life in space with this fun and kooky book"--
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Did you know that the International Space Station is the largest human-made space object? Something that big might seem like it can't move fast-but the ISS cruises through space at about 5 miles (8 km) per second! Spend some time on this massive, speedy space station to learn about how ISS crew members work on incredible science experiments and stop their food from floating away in low gravity. Discover extreme facts about the International Space...
Author
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Strap yourself in as we prepare to blast off to explore a space station far above the Earth's surface. Our 'tour' includes a look at daily life on board, how astronauts exercise, work and even go to the toilet, and how astronauts and their supplies are transported between Earth and the space station.
10) Space stations
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Describes space stations, including the history of space stations, living and working in space, and the International Space Station"--Provided by publisher.
12) Space explorers
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
Space Explorers for grades 4-8 introduces young readers to the complex world of space exploration. From 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.
14) Space stations
Author
Pub. Date
c1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the efforts and accomplishments of both the United States and the Soviet Union to develop space stations over the past quarter century.
Author
Pub. Date
c1998
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.8 - AR Pts: 4
Description
Presents background information about the International Space Station, tracing its development from planning to realization, identifying and describing indidvidual components, and outlining the stages of construction and assembly.
18) Space stations
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2000]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explains what a space station is, how it is put into orbit, and what experiments and living conditions are like there.
19) Space stations
Author
Pub. Date
c1990
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Color photographs and text describe the technology of space stations such as Skylab, Salyut, and Mir.
Author
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 5
Description
Describes space stations, the International Space Station, the training and activities of its crew, and the conditions that will exist on it, including weightlessness and the dangers of radiation and meteors. Includes experiments and activities simulating conditions in space.