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Author
Series
Publisher
12-Story Library
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
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Description
"Explore 12 out-of-this-world topics about the very real search for life in the universe, including the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) Institute, exoplanets, and fast radio bursts detected by enormous radio telescopes. Statistics and sidebars illuminate the content, while critical thinking questions encourage students to dig deeper"--
7) Life on Mars
Author
Series
Publisher
Norwood House Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
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Description
"Mars appears to be a cold, dry planet. Yet scientists have used technology to find evidence of water that once covered it. Now they want to know if Mars may have had living things in the past--and whether the planet could support life in the future! This book takes readers on an exciting out-of-this-world voyage and uncovers cutting-edge technology while supporting STEM and NGSS standards. Each book contains fact boxes, sidebars, a glossary, an index,...
Author
Publisher
Boyds Mills Press
Pub. Date
c2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
He has discovered more planets than anyone in history. In this inspiring true story, Geoff Marcy's love of space helped him overcome struggles in his studies until finally he became an astronomer. But he was not on track to make major discoveries. Eventually, he went back to the questions that thrilled him as a boy: Are we alone? Do Earth-like planets orbit the stars in the night sky? It would not be easy to find a planet outside our solar system....
10) Grogu's galaxy
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing, a division of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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Description
"Meet Grogu, the galaxy's cutest child. Zoom along with him in a starship. Learn about his powerful abilities and loyal friends, including the Mandalorian."--
Author
Publisher
Bearport Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Is it possible that other Earth-like planets exist outside of our solar system? How do telescopes find these exoplanets? And how can scientists tell if a distant exoplanet has signs of life? In this new Science Slam! title, kids will discover the answers to all these questions and many more fascinating facts about the search for another Earth. Each book is expertly crafted to meet early elementary and science curriculum standards, as well as introduce...
Author
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
c2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Presents the work of NASA astrobiologist Dr. Chris McKay as he investigates the factors necessary to sustain life on both Earth and other planets, performing experiments under extreme weather conditions in Antarctia, Siberia, and the Sahara Desert.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Maybe you remember when a little robotic spacecraft landed on a far-off planet. On August 6, 2012, the rover Curiosity touched down on the rocky surface of Mars and now she's ready to guide you through her journey firsthand. From idea to creation and beyond, this fact-filled, stylish book introduces readers to Curiosity and her mission: to discover more about the red planet and search for evidence of life"--
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