Exploring Planet Mars (Humans in Space)
Space exploration has come a long way since the days when early astronomers thought they could see canals that had been built on Mars through their simple telescopes.
Today's scientists have actually sent probes to the Red Planet that have sent back vital information about Mars which has debunked some myths but also created some new mysteries. EXPLORING PLANET MARS looks at the scientific facts about Earth's nearest neighbor and delves into future exploration of the planet -- possibly even colonization!
Topics include:
- The history of Earth's relationship to Mars
- The various probes that have been sent to the planet
- What scientists think Mars was like thousands of years ago
- What it may be like thousands of years from now
- Signs of life on Mars?
Target age group 8-11
Today's scientists have actually sent probes to the Red Planet that have sent back vital information about Mars which has debunked some myths but also created some new mysteries. EXPLORING PLANET MARS looks at the scientific facts about Earth's nearest neighbor and delves into future exploration of the planet -- possibly even colonization!
Topics include:
- The history of Earth's relationship to Mars
- The various probes that have been sent to the planet
- What scientists think Mars was like thousands of years ago
- What it may be like thousands of years from now
- Signs of life on Mars?
Target age group 8-11
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CategoryJuvenile Nonfiction
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Age Group9 to 12 yrs
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Grade Level3-5
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LanguageEnglish
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BindingPaperback
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Theme 1Science & Nature
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Theme 2Science & Technology
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Detailed (BISAC) Subject/ThemeAeronautics, Astronautics & Space Science
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Awards
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AuthorJefferis, David
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SeriesHumans in Space
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AR Level7.2
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Dewey523.43
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PublisherCrabtree Publishing Company
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Publication Date3/15/2007
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Pages32
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Dimensions0.12 H × 11.0 L × 8.34 W
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Case Qty70
