Humans to Mars

This title examines NASA's effort to send human astronauts to Mars by the 2030s. Using simple text, diagrams, and stunning photography, readers learn about developing technology such as the Orion spacecraft and the Space Launch System rocket. Also covered are astronaut training, future bases on Mars, and various science objectives, including possibly terraforming the planet so that large populations of humans can someday colonize the Red Planet. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Timeline of key events People have been fascinated with Mars since the dawn of civilization. This series will examine the Red Planet's physical characteristics, and how its mythology over centuries has affected popular culture in books and films. All the major spacecraft that have been sent to Mars will be covered, as well as NASA's future plans to send humans to the mysterious planet. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.