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50 animals that have been to space / Jennifer Read and John A. Read.
"Since the early days of flight, animals have helped researchers learn how to survive in the sky, and their role continues as humanity voyages into outer space. In 1783 a rooster, a duck and a sheep were placed in a basket attached to the first hot-air balloon. In the age of rockets and space travel, many more animals have travelled into orbit, and most have returned safely to earth. This book tells the stories of 50 trips into space, with details about the animals and the scientists involved. The experiments, often designed by students, originate from many countries. The book offers an appealing introduction to the purposes of space exploration and the possibilities of safe space travel. It encourages young readers to engage in real science like the young people they will read about in this book."-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781459506022
- ISBN: 1459506022
- ISBN: 9781732726178
- ISBN: 1732726175
- Physical Description: 88 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm
- Publisher: Halifax : Formac Publishing Company Limited, [2020]
- Copyright: ©2020
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (page 85). |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Preparing for space -- Early spaceflights -- Race to the moon -- Skylab and Kosmos -- Space shuttle and Mir -- International Space Station. |
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| Genre: | Informational works. Illustrated works. History. Juvenile works. Informational works. Illustrated works. |
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Public Library | E 629.45 READ 2020 | 39851001600759 | Children's Science and Technology | Copy hold | Available | - |