Readers will learn about living and working in space.

What are humans doing to explore the "final frontier"? From satellites to the space shuttle, humans have planned and constructed the tools and machinery necessary to quench our curiosity about outer space. This title investigates the technology we use to explore the universe and beyond.

Describes how galaxies are formed and their different types, with details on the Milky Way and other well-known galaxies which have been seen through the Hubble Telescope.

This book introduces rocks and minerals, presenting information on kinds of rocks, fossils, minerals, and more.

Photographs and simple text provide a brief introduction to black holes and the force of gravity.

"Full-color photographs and simple text provide a brief introduction to space stations"--Provided by publisher.

Introductory text and full-color images explore the function and history of space shuttles.

"Introductory text and full-color images explore the physical characteristics of venus in space. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.

"Introductory text and full-color images explore the physical characteristics of the planet Earth. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.

Readers will learn about rockets and how they are used in space.