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"Astronauts live and study on space stations. Readers will love learning fascinating details about these structures, from their beginnings to how they might be used in the future"-- Provided by publisher.

Learn how the International Space Station has helped scientists from all over the world research outer space, natural disasters, the human body, and more since its construction in 1998. In 1998, the United States, Canada, Japan, Russia, and ten other European countries collaborated to create the International Space Station. Modules were created by experts from all over the world and then launched into space, where they were assembled into a functioning...

"This book tells young readers everything they want to know about life in space. With a focus on international collaboration, it details how men and women in space celebrate the holidays, watch the latest movies, go to sleep, call home, eat and drink, use the toilet and so much more. Featured astronauts include Canadians Chris Hadfield and Julie Payette -- the only Canadian woman to visit the ISS. Each page of this book is heavily illustrated with...

"Did you know that the International Space Station is the largest human-made space object? Something that big might seem like it can't move fast-but the ISS cruises through space at about 5 miles (8 km) per second! Spend some time on this massive, speedy space station to learn about how ISS crew members work on incredible science experiments and stop their food from floating away in low gravity. Discover extreme facts about the International Space...

"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early fluent readers to the science and engineering behind space stations. Includes infographics, activity, glossary, and index."-- Provided by publisher.

An illustrated introduction to the far side of the Moon that invites readers to imagine participating in a crewed lunar mission. The book explains astronaut training, space travel, lunar exploration, and the scientific significance of the Moon's far side and the lunar south pole, while introducing concepts related to future human space exploration. Includes color illustrations.

Examines how astronauts eat, sleep, work, and even exercise in a weightless world.