Kopp, Megan,

Journeys to outer space / Megan Kopp. - 48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm. - Mission: Space science .

Includes index.

What is outer space? -- How do we explore outer space? -- Deep exploration -- Humans in outer space? -- Ship shape -- What's next -- Activity: Your space science mission.

"How soon can you board a rocketship to Mars? And how will you survive when you get there? There are so many challenges to overcome in sending a human into space, such as problems of distance, fuel, and propulsion. This compelling book describes the history and future of space travel and the exciting areas of research travel presents."--

Ages 10-14. Grades 7 to 8.

ISBN: 9780778753933 (hardcover) 9780778754046 (pbk.)

LCCN: 2018050348

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Manned space flight.

Subjects--Geographic Terms:
Outer space exploration.

LC Class. No.: TL793 / .K65484 2019

Dewey Class. No.: 629.45