The Hubble Space Telescope is a lens for discovering the hidden secrets of outer space. The tool has zoomed in on unknown galaxies! This book gives young readers a close-up of the Hubble Space Telescope, showing off its mirrors, cameras, solar panels, and more.

An examination of space exploration, covering satellites, telescopes, probes, discoveries, astronauts, and more.

Presents the story behind the elite scientists, technologists, SF enthusiasts, and billionaires who believe that humanity's destiny is to populate the stars.

"Astronauts explore space. How do they get there? With help from STEAM! Learn how science, technology, engineering, art and math work together to make space exploration possible."--Back cover.

Uses cartoon-style characters to introduce readers to topics related to space exploration and the spacecraft that have been used for it.

Describes rockets, exploratory vehicles, and other technological aspects of space exploration, satellites, space stations, and the life and work of astronauts.

"A collection of stories about space missions gone wrong."--

"What kinds of robots can be found in space, and what do they do? Help readers learn all about how robots are used in outer space with informative, engaging text and stunning photographs straight from space experts."

A commanding encyclopedia of the history and principles of spaceflight-from earliest conceptions to faster-than-light galaxy-hopping. Here is the first truly comprehensive guide to space exploration and propulsion, from the first musings of the Greeks to current scientific speculation about interstellar travel using "warp drives" and wormholes. Space buffs will delight in its in-depth coverage of all key manned and unmanned missions and space vehicles-past,...

"For thousands of years, mankind has looked up at the starry skies and dreamed about slipping the bonds of Earth. Today, humans have traveled into and lived in space, but we're still learning more about this solar system we call home, with its sun, planets, and many moons, asteroids, and comets. This book will intrigue young readers with fascinating details about the history of space travel in our solar system, from the earliest experiments and flights...