Be a Space Scientist!

Does intelligent life exist in places other than Earth? The answer is still up for debate, but the possibilities are fascinating. With this high-interest volume, readers will explore the possibility of extraterrestrial life throughout the universe. Activity boxes encourage readers to use critical thinking skills to solve problems similar to those that real space professionals might face. Colorful images and accessible text help support the understanding of key STEM and NGSS curriculums. This exciting book is sure to stimulate the minds of curious readers and aspiring scientists.

People have been studying the solar system's inner planets for years. Mercury, Venus, and Mars are Earth's closest neighbors, and scientists are still learning new things about them all the time. This delightful book encourages readers to use critical thinking skills and explore many of the issues that astronauts and space scientists face when studying the inner planets. Bright images and high-interest material will attract even reluctant readers, and activity boxes will guide them to use their own problem-solving skills to address the issues at hand. Supporting STEM and NGSS curriculums, this book is sure to be a valuable addition to any library or classroom.

High-interest information on the outer solar system supports STEM and NGSS curriculums and will engage even reluctant readers. Scientists and astronauts use problem-solving skills to find answers to difficult questions involving the solar system's outer planets, and with the help of this exciting book, readers will be able to do so too. Colorful images and thought-provoking text help readers explore Uranus, Neptune, Jupiter, and Saturn, as well as Pluto and the Kuiper Belt. Activity boxes encourage readers to use critical thinking to find solutions to problems real space professionals might face.

People have been sending rockets into space since World War II, and there is still much to be learned about our solar system, but what lies beyond it is an even bigger mystery. This stimulating book helps readers explore the possibilities that exist in the galaxies beyond our solar system. Colorful images and thought-provoking text encourage readers to look for answers to questions professional scientists might face. High-interest information supports STEM and NGSS curriculums and will attract reluctant and curious readers alike.

Can people live on Mars? What challenges would that pose? This stimulating book will help readers investigate questions, while encouraging them to think critically and solve issues that real space professionals might face. Colorful images paired with thought-provoking text will engage and excite readers of many levels. High-interest content on space science supports the understanding of key STEM and NGSS curriculums. This captivating volume will attract even reluctant readers and is sure to be a popular addition to any library or classroom.

The Sun is one of the most important parts of the solar system, but it also holds many mysteries. With the help of this exciting volume, readers will use their critical thinking skills to investigate some of these mysteries. Activity boxes invite readers to step into the shoes of a space scientist and try to problem-solve some real issues that professionals face. Bright images paired with accessible text will attract even reluctant readers and help reinforce important STEM and NGSS curriculums.