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Books > Children's & Educational > Technology & applied sciences > Space science & technology > General
Cutting-edge rocket science makes the final space frontier more
exciting than ever, with new missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond.
What do partnerships between NASA and private companies mean for
future space travel? What can space telescopes and probes tell us
about planets and galaxies far, far away? Space science meets
far-out fun in these accessible, up-to-date volumes, perfect for
fans of Star Wars, Doctor Who and other science fiction stories.
This book introduces readers to the world's fastest rockets,
highlighting record-setting rockets from the past, as well as the
technology and innovations that helped them achieve those speeds.
Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of
colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book
also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars,
comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of
resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels
(grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest
levels of grades 3-7.
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