How to be a Space Explorer

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Author
Lonely Planet
Publisher
Lonely Planet
Genre
Children’s Non-Fiction
Released
01 October, 2014
ISBN
9781743603901

How to be a Space Explorer

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Synopsis

Everything young explorers needs to know to travel in space, covering what life in zero gravity is like, how to find your way around the solar system, and the all-important question of how to pee in a spacesuit!

Unique illustrations take kids to the heart of the action and amazing photos show what the universe is really like.Incredible stories of real-life space exploration for kids aged 8 and up, by author and astrobiologist Professor Mark Brake.
  • More than 300 amazing photographs
  • The perfect present for every aspirant astronaut!
Lonely Planet
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Lonely Planet

Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, gift and lifestyle books and stationery, as well as an award-winning website, magazines, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in.

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                    1. Brenda T. Winters says:

                      The mysteries of the outer planets continue to fascinate scientists and space enthusiasts alike. While gas giants often steal the spotlight, understanding how many moons orbit uranus offers a deeper look into the complex mechanics of planetary systems. Each of these natural satellites tells a unique story, shaped by time, gravity, and cosmic events. Exploring them not only expands our knowledge of Uranus but also helps unravel the secrets of our solar system’s evolution.