Exploring the universe can be an unforgettable adventure. There is still so much that is unknown! In the series "Discovering Space," however, readers are launched into challenging orbits without intimidation. As an engaging, compact introduction to the wonders of space, books include a timeline, glossary, index, and web site addresses. Even though the books are full of vivid detail, students will be engrossed with topics such as ice in space (comets), stardust, asteroids, space dust, shooting stars, and meteorites. Collisions with Earth by space objects are part of our planet's history and may still be possible today. ...
Exploring the universe can be an unforgettable adventure. There is still so much that is unknown! In the series "Discovering Space," however, readers are launched into challenging orbits without intimidation. As an engaging, compact introduction to the wonders of space, books include a timeline, glossary, index, and web site addresses. Even though the books are full of vivid detail, students will be engrossed with topics such as ice in space (comets), stardust, asteroids, space dust, shooting stars, and meteorites. Collisions with Earth by space objects are part of our planet's history and may still be possible today. Perhaps seeing such strange objects in this book may ignite students' further curiosity to become an astronaut, a scientist, an astronomer, or other new world explorer. Indeed, Graham has designed a winning formula with this series for primarily experienced readers. Reviewer: Susan Treadway, M.Ed
Product dimensions: 8.10 (w) x 10.20 (h) x 0.10 (d)
Meet the Author
Ian Graham
Ian Graham is an experienced author of illustrated nonfiction books on a wide range of topics, including aviation and spaceflight. In 25 years, he has written more than 200 books and numerous magazine articles.
Table of Contents
Space rocks 4
Comets-ice in space 6
Halley's comet 8
Deep Impact 10
Collecting stardust 12
Landing on a comet 14
Asteroids 16
Near-Shoemaker 18
Space dust 20
Shooting stars 22
Meteorites 24
Colliding with Earth 26
Time line 28
Glossary 30
Index 32
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Exploring the universe can be an unforgettable adventure. There is still so much that is unknown! In the series "Discovering Space," however, readers are launched into challenging orbits without intimidation. As an engaging, compact introduction to the wonders of space, books include a timeline, glossary, index, and web site addresses. Even though the books are full of vivid detail, students will be engrossed with topics such as ice in space (comets), stardust, asteroids, space dust, shooting stars, and meteorites. Collisions with Earth by space objects are part of our planet's history and may still be possible today. ...