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The sky looks calm. It isn’t. A silent storm of high-energy particles—cosmic rays—falls on Earth every moment. This kid-friendly science adventure shows how we discovered them, what they are, and how we catch their fleeting clues. Follow a true story of curiosity: from Henri Becquerel’s mysterious fogged plates to Victor Hess rising above the clouds, from supernova “fireworks” and black-hole jets to modern observatories spread across deserts, buried in ice, and orbiting above us. See how one tiny visitor can spark a branching air shower, why muons walk straight through mountains...

Do you know the difference between a meteor and an asteroid? How old do we think the universe is? What are the fastest spinning objects of which we know? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Charles King answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over 100 amazing facts about space.

Learn about Earth.

Militaries need fast and powerful machines in the air. Fighter jets, cargo planes, and other amazing aircraft zoom over land and water to get the job done!

What happens when a star becomes the most powerful magnet in the universe? Tiny—only city-sized. Heavy—a mountain in a teaspoon. And magnetic enough to boss around light itself. Meet the magnetar, a neutron star that cracks, flares, and sends lighthouse-style pulses through space. This illustrated narrative nonfiction (ages 8–12) turns cutting-edge astrophysics into an unforgettable story: Follow a magnetar’s life—from supernova birth, to stormy youth, to growing quiet. Learn how starquakes, trapped fireballs, and twisted magnetic “rails” make X-ray and gamma-ray flares. ...

¿Alguna vez has mirado al cielo por la noche y te has imaginado lo que podría haber ahí fuera? Algunos veían héroes y monstruos formados por estrellas y contaban historias sobre ellos.

A complete, exciting, scientifically accurate journey through how planets form—written in clear, engaging prose for young readers ages 6+. No lists, no pictures—just rich storytelling grounded in real astronomy. How do planets begin? What happens before a star is born? Why do some worlds become giants while others stay small? And how did Earth end up with a Moon? This book takes kids on a captivating adventure through the entire process of planet formation, from drifting dust in a quiet cloud to a bright star surrounded by newborn worlds. Along the way, children will meet planetesimals,...

The second brightest object in the sky, after the moon is Venus. It's also the only planet named after a woman. Learn more about bright, beautiful Venus, named for the Roman goddess of love and beauty.

Q: When is a planet not a planet? Scientists have argued for years over the answer to this question. And central to their debate has been Pluto, the tiny orb circling the Sun at the outermost reaches of our solar system. Then on August 24, 2006, a group of astronomers made a big announcement...

Hear the dramatic story of the rescue of the Apollo 13 astronauts.

How to Survive on the Moon, a guide to lunar survival for kids from rocket scientist Joalda Morancy, features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Listen out for the sounds of a rocket ship blasting off and the lunar vehicles traveling on the moon's surface!...

Learn about the phenomenon of a solar eclipse just in time for the Great American Eclipse that will take place on April 8, 2024 in this title in the Who HQ Now series featuring newsmakers and trending topics. Just in time for the third North American total solar eclipse of the twenty-first...

What space objects can have millions of times more mass than our sun, but they remain invisible? Black holes! Their gravity is so strong that not even light can escape. In this audiobook, you'll learn about one of the amazing wonders of space. As part of the Searchlight Books™ collection, this series explores outer space and sheds light on the question: What's amazing about space? Kid-friendly explanations of science concepts will help you discover the answers!

Discover new realms of outer space in this biography of scientist Gabriela Gonzalez, who immigrated to America and became a ground-breaking scientist. Written by a molecular biologist, this audiobook explores science, space, and history. In 1916, Albert Einstein had a theory. He thought that...

When Stars Explode: Novas & Supernovas A Guide to Stellar Endings for Curious Kids What really happens when a star dies? Do they just fade away... or do they go out with a cosmic bang? In this vibrant and scientifically accurate book for young readers, When Stars Explode takes kids aged 8–10 on an awe-inspiring journey through the dramatic final moments of stars. From quiet fades to brilliant supernovas, from glowing white dwarfs to mysterious black holes, this book reveals the thrilling life cycles of stars—told with the wonder and clarity curious minds crave. Perfect for space-loving ...

Stars and Constellations: A Sky Full of Stories introduces young listeners to the wonders of the night sky. With easy-to-understand explanations, children will learn how to spot famous constellations such as Orion, Leo, Taurus, Cassiopeia, Scorpius, Pisces, and more.

This audiobook introduces younger listeners to the magic of the night sky. A broad range of topics are covered including telescopes, comets, meteors, and planets. Learn about the life cycle of stars and what you can see at night with the naked eye or using telescopes. Understand the life cycle of planets and the different types of planets in the universe. Explore how stars are sorted according to their brightness and learn about some of the more important constellations that you can see at night.

Space is such an amazing part of our worlds existence, but it can seem complicated to explain to adults, let alone kids! This book will trigger the natural curiosity within young children with amazing facts about the mysteries of space. From the very basics of what the galaxy is, right through to the name of the first man on the moon, this book relays the complexity of space into really easy and understandable explanations.

‘A highly readable, entertaining and mind-expanding read from a formidable scientist’ ​iNews How did life begin on Earth? Could it exist on other planets? Or are we alone in the universe? In recent years, incredible breakthroughs have revolutionised our understanding of the cosmos. New...