Space Exploration

by Christine Dugan

Overview

Learn about outer space exploration, from the Hubble telescope to the latest space shuttle launches, in this delightful nonfiction title! Readers will learn about famous astronauts, the history of exploring space, and what the future holds for space exploration through vivid images and photographs, informative text, and intriguing facts. With a glossary and index, readers will want to learn all they can about exploring space!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781433336744
Publisher:	Teacher Created
Publication date:	01/30/2012
Series:	TIME FOR KIDS®: Informational Text
Edition description:	Second Edition
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	222,090
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.13(d)
Lexile:	840L (what's this?)
Age Range:	7 - 9 Years

About the Author

Christine Dugan, M.A.Ed., is a former elementary school teacher and online curriculum product developer. After earning her Master's degree with an emphasis on language and literacy, Christine went on to become a writer and editor of educational curriculum. She has written numerous resources for Shell Education and Teacher Created Materials.

Table of Contents

A New World 4

Early Exploration 6

NASA 8

Space Shuttles 14

Space Tragedies 16

Hubble Telescope 18

International Space Station 20

Our Future in Space 26

Glossary 30

Index 31

About the Author 32