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Space Explorers
By: Libby Jackson
Beyond Words, 2021. Informational.

The universe has always fascinated humans, but only a few have been daring enough to travel beyond the surface of the Earth. From the first man and woman in space to the moon landings to building the International Space Station in orbit, the history of space exploration is filled with peril, bravery, and strokes of genius.

Mysteries of the Universe
By: Lela Nargi
Capstone Press, 2021. Informational.

Has the universe always existed? Scientists have looked further into space and discovered the galaxies moving. Were they once closer together? If scientists look far enough, can they discover where our universe started? Budding astronomers will learn all about the universe in the in-depth look at space science.

The Little Spacecraft That Could: New Horizons' Amazing Journey to Pluto and Arrokoth
By: Joyce Lapin
Sterling Children's Books, 2021. Informational.

Ride along with the New Horizons spacecraft as she rockets three billion miles to Pluto! Watch her take the first close-up photos of Pluto, and then journey another billion miles to mini-world Arrokoth. You'll whiz through space at more than 10 miles per second; learn how giant planet Jupiter helped the little spacecraft reach Pluto; and discover the astonishing surface feature that made the world fall in love with Pluto.

Exploring Space
By: Shawn Brennan
World Book, Inc. 2020. Informational.

Presents facts about the history of piloted and unpiloted space exploration in our solar system and features large illustrations and photographs.

Human Missions to Outer Space
By: Laurie Calkhoven
Children's Press, 2022. Informational.

From the first time a person looked up at the sky and wondered "What's out here?" humans have dreamed about exploring the cosmos.

About 60 years ago, the first manned spacecraft left Earth's atmosphere for the first time. In the years since, astronauts have visited the moon several times -- and have spent extended time living in outer space. We even have plans to send humans to Mars by the 2030's! Share in the joy of exploration and discovery with Human Mission to Outer Space.

Bok's Giant Leap: One Moon Rock's Journey Through Time and Space
By: Neil Armstrong
Crown Books for Young Readers, 2021. Picture Book.

Based on a speech Neil Armstrong gave upon receiving the moon rock he named Bok, this unique picture book tells the story of how the Earth and the Moon came to be. Includes facts about the Earth and the Moon.

The Stars Beckoned: Edward White's Amazing Walk in Space
By: Candy Wellins
Philomel Books, 2021. Biography.

Edward White was the first American astronaut to walk in space. But before his spacewalk, he was just a boy who loved the stars. As he grew up, he would look up at the night sky in wonder- he knew that, one day, he would visit the stars themselves. In this touching and poignant picture book biography, we see how Edward's passion for the stars shaped the course of his life, and how he came to realize, even in the depths of space, what was ultimately most important to him - his family.







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