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Cutting-Edge Astronaut Training

AUTHOR Kenney, Karen
PUBLISHER Lerner Publications (Tm) (08/01/2019)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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How do astronauts prepare for their missions in space? What recent discoveries and innovations have changed how astronauts train?

Their training takes place in pools, planes, and virtual reality. Astronauts learn what it will look and feel like when they are working far above Earth's surface on the International Space Station. With a focus on STEM, fascinating sidebars, and up-to-date facts, you'll discover the cutting-edge techniques and technologies that prepare astronauts for space.

As part of the Searchlight Books(TM) collection, this series explores the latest and greatest in space exploration. Fascinating text and vivid photos bring these amazing breakthroughs to life!

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ISBN-13: 9781541574823
ISBN-10: 1541574826
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 32
Carton Quantity: 150
Product Dimensions: 6.50 x 0.20 x 8.80 inches
Weight: 0.20 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Bibliography, Index, Ikids, Illustrated
Country of Origin: US
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BISAC Categories
Technology & Engineering | Aeronautics & Astronautics
Grade Level: 3rd Grade - 6th Grade
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 0
Point Value: 0
Guided Reading Level: Not Applicable
Dewey Decimal: 629.450
Library of Congress Control Number: 2018054301
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How do astronauts prepare for their missions in space? What recent discoveries and innovations have changed how astronauts train?

Their training takes place in pools, planes, and virtual reality. Astronauts learn what it will look and feel like when they are working far above Earth's surface on the International Space Station. With a focus on STEM, fascinating sidebars, and up-to-date facts, you'll discover the cutting-edge techniques and technologies that prepare astronauts for space.

As part of the Searchlight Books(TM) collection, this series explores the latest and greatest in space exploration. Fascinating text and vivid photos bring these amazing breakthroughs to life!

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