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Welcome to a future Earth, where forty short stories/chapters have extreme consequences on both Mother Earth and Father Universe. The short stories show how our precious existence can end at any obliterating moment. This decimation may cause nothing to exist from our point of view on our "grain of sand" known to us feeble humans as "eArth."
As an example, Earth could, in all actuality, get hit by a rogue planet. These planets traverse the cosmos...
1782) Mercurio (Mercury)
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Español
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Did you know that the closest planet to the sun can actually get extremely cold? Learn about this and more alongside striking images and diagrams that will assist young readers in learning. Complete with a table of contents, glossary, index, and More Facts section. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
1783) Weird Space
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Do you know what's weird about space? From inside our solar system to deep in outer space, readers will love exploring the odd but true facts of our universe.
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"Is the Newtonian Theory True?" comprises a series of letters written by the author to various editors of scientific periodicals attempting to refute "Newtonian Theory" and other contemporary scientific ideas. Newtonian Theory refers to Newton's ideas of the laws of motion and universal gravitation that dominated scientists view of the physical universe for three centuries. This volume looks at the ideas of Newton and other historical astronomers...
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Investigate the newest discoveries about stars. Learn how gravitational waves flow through space and time and change our understanding of the universe. See how cutting-edge telescopes let us look back in time to see the universe's first stars. Find out about NASA's mission to examine the sun's corona and unlock our own star's mysteries. Beautiful photos and STEM Focus sidebars accompany readers on a mission to the edge of the universe.
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Did you know robots beat humans to space by 10 years? Or that space robots can perform tons of cosmic tasks too dangerous for astronauts? Learn more about these amazing devices through cool facts, photos, and more! Read all about robots that have explored unknown depths of space, those that look humanlike and interact with astronauts, and plans for future space robot missions. Discover the amazing technology behind these bots and their impact on space...
1787) Future Space Missions
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In this eye-grabbing book, readers learn all about future space missions. 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...
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Français
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L'homme est-il psychologiquement capable d'endurer le confinement d'un voyage sur Mars?
Un an et demi enfermé dans un grand bunker coupé de la lumière du jour, au service de la recherche scientifique et sans aucun contact possible avec l'extérieur ; voilà en quelques mots l'expérience vécue par les six volontaires recrutés pour le programme « Mars-500 ».
Trois ans après la fin de cette simulation d'un voyage aller-retour vers Mars, le...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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There's much more to stars than meets the eye! Our Sun is a star, and it's medium-sized. Super giant stars can be 1,500 times the size of our Sun! Come along with science expert Velma and other members of the Mystery Inc. gang, and learn what constellations you can spot, how stars form, and how stars can die in huge explosions. Under Velma's magnifying glass, you'll get a close-up look at stars like never before!
1791) The Sun
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A basic introduction to the sun, its size, composition, and place within our solar system. The universe is a vast and endlessly intriguing place, and our own little corner--the solar system--offers enough mystery and wonder to delight any youngster. This stunning series takes young readers on a tour of our closest Space Neighbors--the sun, the planets, and the dwarf planets. Packed with great photos, diagrams, and fascinating facts, these books will...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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This title is a brief, yet informative, biography on Benjamin Banneker. Readers will learn about Banneker's early life, personal life, and all about his contributions to science, surveying, the Farmers' Almanac, and for his campaign against slavery. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
1793) Living on Mars
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Explore the obstacles humans would face if they were to try living on Mars. Those who've wondered how we'd eat or breathe on the Red Planet will want to dig in!
1794) Astronauts
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In this eye-grabbing book, readers learn all about astronauts. 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...
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Did you know some of Saturn's sixty-plus moons are covered with icy methane oceans? Or that a huge storm on Jupiter has raged for more than three hundred years? Discover what scientists are currently researching about the planets in our solar system. Incredible photos and STEM Focus sidebars deliver additional insights.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 3
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English
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Years before millions of Americans tuned in to watch her historic space flight aboard the Challenger in 1983, Sally Ride stayed up late to watch Neil Armstrong become the first person to walk on the moon. The next morning, she woke up to win her first round singles match at a national junior tennis tournament.
Sally Ride: A Photobiography of America's Pioneering Woman Astronaut, is an intimate journey from her formative years to her final moments....
1797) Probes
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In this eye-grabbing book, readers learn all about probes. 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...
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This book is the perfect introduction to the life and work of the amazing scientist, Galileo. Many historians credit Galileo as the "founder of modern experimental science." His life was not easy. His outspoken beliefs and discoveries earned him many enemies. The Roman Catholic Church disagreed with Galileo regarding Earth's position in the universe. The Church punished him and he spent the rest of his life under house arrest.
1799) Explore Rockets
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Blast off in this exciting exploration of these essential space machines! Readers will learn about the history of rockets, how rockets work, how we may use rockets in the future, and more. Engaging backmatter features a diagram of the primary rocket and its amazing true story.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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When you gaze up at the night sky, all the stars you see are part of our own Milky Way galaxy. The Milky Way holds 100 to 400 billion stars! Learn about how galaxies form, the perplexing mysteries of black holes, and how galaxies can differ from one another with science expert Velma and the rest of the Scooby-Doo gang.
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