Mission to Mars (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)
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| Rating | : | 4.95 (690 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0064452336 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 40 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2018-01-27 |
| Language | : | English |
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From School Library Journal Grade 2-3-The renowned science writer posthumously invites readers to set their sights on the high frontier by envisioning themselves as members of the first Mars Mission's crew. Crew members will drill for water, watch for dust storms, experience both light gravity and severe cold, and, of course, explore. An informative, inspirational introduction.John Peters, New York Public LibraryCopyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc. In its current configuration, the mission will involve departing from the International Space Station for multiple rendezvous with previously launched, unmanned vehicles, both in Mars orbit and o
Let's-read-and-find-out about MarsSomeday people from Earth may live on Mars.In this century, we will go to the planet to learn more about it. It will become our outpost in space -- our space colony.
"Great Introductory Book!" according to N. Lavallee. My five year old has developed an interest in the solar system, so I bought this book for him -- sight unseen -- for Christmas. He absolutely loves it, and I've bought several more in the Let's Read and Find Out series. This is a slim little volume with some basic facts about the planets. It is simply told and has nice illustrations. It is probably geared to a slightly older child than my son, but he loves it nonetheless. This is a perfect little book to introduce a kid to the solar system.. Far Out! Books in the "Let's Read and Find Out Science" series tend to be great, and this one was no exception. In fact, anyone who reads it will probably know more about the details of a mission to Mars than most adults. The book was printed in 2002, so I don't know if the information is dated. Even if it is, the book provides a great -- and simple to understand -- glimpse at how complicated and time consuming manned exploration our neighboring planet would be -- and how utterly cool!The book is written in an appealing second-person style ("you may . "wonderful book" according to maria. We found the book super friendly, fun and, at the same time, they learned some science concepts We really liked it!
She and the author previously collaborated on What Makes a Magnet? and What the Moon is Like?True Kelley lives in Warner, New Hampshire.. He was Astronomer Emeritus and former Chairman of the American Museum of Natural History-Hayden Planetarium.True Kelley has illustrated many favorite books for children in her fun-filled watercolor style, including several in the Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science series. F