Description
Book SynopsisJust what is it like living on board the International Space Station? Well, now you can find out in this fascinating book ... illustrations have a really key role ... they are technically accurate and provide true representations of the mechanics, modules and equipment on board the ISS. (Parents In Touch)
What is the space station and how did it get into space? How do astronauts get there and what do they do once they're there? How do astronauts eat, sleep, or even breathe, in space? What effect does living in space have on the human body, from making you taller to losing your muscles because of zero gravity. If everything floats, then how can you go to the toilet and where does your wee and poo go? Uncover all of the answers and more in this beautifully illustrated and fun book for children. Find out what it takes to become an astronaut and about the essential science experiments that are being carried out there.
Written to inspire a new generation of astronauts, Clive's detailed and fact-filled text will make you think you've visited the space station yourself. Fully illustrated by self-confessed space geek illustrator, Dan Schlitzkus, the illustrations are technically accurate and provide true representations of the mechanics, modules and equipment on board the ISS.
Trade ReviewAn excellent information source for project work as well as being a good browsable reading book. * The School Librarian *
Just what is it like living on board the International Space Station? Well, now you can find out in this fascinating book ... illustrations have a really key role in this book - they are technically accurate and provide true representations of the mechanics, modules and equipment on board the ISS. * Parents In Touch *
Table of Contents
- 1: What is a space station?;
- 2: Space's Biggest Building Site;
- 3: Piece by Piece;
- 4: So You Want to be an Astronaut;
- 5: Blast Off!;
- 6: Life in Space;
- 7: A Day in the Life;
- 8: Science in Space;
- 9: What's For Dinner?;
- 10: At Your Leisure;
- 11: Going Outside;
- 12: Coming Home;
- 13: Glossary and resources;
- 14: Index;
