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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 910L
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English
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"A biography of astrophysicist Jocelyn Bell Burnell, who helped build a radio telescope that helped her discover pulsars, a new type of star. Some scientists consider it the greatest astronomical discovery of the twentieth century. Despite this achievement, she was overlooked in favor of two male colleagues when the Nobel Prize for physics was awarded. Bell is still working and teaching today, with recognition"--
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Where Stars Go to Die covers the Webb Telescope's images surrounding black holes and what we're learning about them as a result. Features new discoveries being made with the Webb Telescope and the cutting-edge technology helping scientists make them. Activities for further learning Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Photo Captions Table of contents The Wonders of the Webb Telescope series gives readers a detailed look at the science...
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"Perfect for fans of Dog Man who love nonfiction, this is the definitive, go-to book about everything AWESOME you EVER wanted to know about all things outer space. Uncover a wealth of weird, wacky, and wild facts about our universe, from planets to supernovas to space travel and everything in-between, told in Mike Lowery's signature, acclaimed comic style with bright and energetic artwork, fresh framing devices, and hilarious jokes. This is the go-to...
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Pub. Date
[2020]
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English
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"Ready to go on an out-of-this world adventure? Travel across the Milky Way and into new galaxies to explore every corner of space so YOU can become an absolute expert. Get up close to the sun and moon, asteroids and comets. Learn about the Oort Cloud, supernovas, black holes, and rockets and other spacecraft. Discover the incredible work of astronauts, astronomers, physicists, and other cool space scientists. On this journey across the universe,...
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Pub. Date
[2005]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"This A to Z children's pictorial covers topics such as the planets, craters, comets, orbits, and telecopes. Each word related to our galaxy or to space is introduced with a simple poem for younger readers and also includes detailed expository text for older readers"--Provided by publisher.
88) Space
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Examines the nature of outer space, our solar system, and our universe, including descriptions of the sun, moon, and planets, as well as constellations, nebulas and black holes.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"The stars in the sky are part of our galaxy, the Milky Way. Scientists have tried to map the Milky Way for centuries, but it is hard! It is so large, we cannot simply take a picture of it. Discover how scientists study the Milky Way, and learn about the galaxy that we call home."--
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"This title shows how a group of European scientists, in the span of roughly one hundred and fifty years (early 1500s to the mid-1600s) and working through direct observation, overturned the centuries' old accepted view of a geocentric universe. Through their research and writings, they proposed and described a new order of things in which the Earth orbits the Sun. In so doing, these scientists--Nicolaus Copernicus, Johannes Kepler, Tycho Brahe, Galileo...
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610L
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English
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Explore the science behind a trip to Mars, from launch to landing on the Red Planet. Set to the tune of "The Farmer in the Dell," this jaunty journey follows five adorable, bobble-headed astronauts as they learn how to bathe in zero gravity, grow veggies in space, and entertain themselves on the six-month trip.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
820L
Language
English
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"Let's meet the voyagers of the solar system! This informative book is full of kid-friendly facts about the icy comets and space rocks that circle our Sun. Young readers will learn about an asteroid the size of Texas, space probes built to land on comets, and how a shooting star isn't really a star at all. Real photos taken from space and easy-to-understand diagrams support learning, while charming illustrations add plenty of fun. Back matter provides...
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"Did you know that new planets are discovered almost every day? Or that you can use a telescope to see millions of years into the past? From the planets and moons of our solar system to the farthest reaches of the universe, this book is an essential guide to the weird wonders of space. It is packed full of 101 extraordinary facts about space that kids will love to discover and share."--
96) Super space
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Lexile measure
540L
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English
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"The sun is so big that more than a million Earths could fit inside it. And there is probably a black hole pulling things in toward the center of our galaxy. Can you believe it? Explore the wild world of super space!"--Back cover.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1010L
Language
English
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"Examines the Hubble Space Telescope, including its initial launch into space, the important repair missions, and the amazing images Hubble relays back to Earth and what astronomers can learn from them"--Provided by publisher.
100) Explore the sun
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Lexile measure
670L
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English
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The Sun is the closest star to Earth. It makes life on Earth possible. Explore the Sun reveals the amazing details of the Sun. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject.
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