 | Universe Ref: B0751365971
Eyewitness Guides Age Range: 8+ years Published: 2003 Pages: 64 Hardback ISBN: 0751365971 Discover the amazing variety of celestial objects that exist in the Universe, as well as its beginnings – and the future. Fabulous full-colour photographs, many taken with the help of space telescopes, together with explanations of everything from black holes to the Milky Way, combine to make this a unique “eyewitness account of our Universe. - See the searing, volcanic surface of Venus, a solar eclipse, the crater caused when a huge comet hits Siberia. - Learn what happened in the big bang, how the moon controls the earth’s seas, whether we are likely to discover life on Mars - Discover why Doppler shift proves that the Universe is expanding, how advanced aliens might build a “Dyson sphere”, why a doughnut-shaped ring of stars indicates a black hole.Eyewitness: Universe is one of the latest titles in this classic series of informative, exciting and inspirational reference books for children. Price: £9.99
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 | Readers Level 2: Astronaut Ref: B0751362611
DK Readers Level 2 - Beginning to Read Alone Age Range: 5+ years Published: 2000 Paperback ISBN: 0751362611 This book explores what it's really like to be an astronaut. Stunning DK photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in Eyewitness Readers, a multi-level reading programme guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. |
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 | Ultimate Rocket Kit Ref: B0751369713
Age Range: 8+ years Published: 2003 ISBN: 0751369713 Become an expert rocketeer as you build and launch your rockets on a number of out-of-this-world missions. The kit provides a fun introduction to the science of rocketry and pneumatics and contains four simple-to-construct reusable rockets, each with a specific mission to complete: Mission OneGet ready to launch a Space Probe on its first mission. Mark out your safety zone, check all is clear, and stand back… Mission TwoBlast off on a Space Shuttle mission. After separation watch the shuttle glide safely back down to Earth. Mission ThreeYour aim is to launch a Space Capsule onto one of three planets. Check all is in place, begin your countdown, and blast off… Mission FourAre you ready for the ultimate test? It is time to deploy a Space Station in deep space. Prepare your rocket carefully and 3, 2, 1…Kit includes launch manual, instruction cards and all components for four rockets Lightweight rockets are blasted to the ceiling by a safe, hand-held pneumatic pump Supports the Science and Technology Curricula Price: £25.00
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 | First Encyclopedia of Space Ref: B0746041861
KeyStage: KS1/2 S, G Author: P. Dowswell Published: 2001 Pages: 64 Hardback ISBN: 0746041861 Answers children's questions about space - Ideal for project work - Suitable for home or school. An exciting visual adventure into the fascinating world of space, with satellite photographs and detailed illustrations. Simple everyday language reveals the latest information about the universe. Over 40 Usborne-recommended Web sites expand the book's content with fun and informative sites to visit. Price: £8.99
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 | 1001 Facts about Space Ref: B075134415X
Age Range: 8+ years Published: 2002 Pages: 192 Paperback ISBN: 075134415X Absolutely bursting with thousands of fascinating facts, Backpack Books are small enough to carry with ease, but big enough to provide all the answers.Researched and written by experts - Topics covered in encyclopedic and easy-to-understand detail - Hundreds of colourful illustrations and photographs bring knowledge to life - Arranged clearly and logically to make finding out quick and easy for readers of all ages Price: £4.99
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