Space Science Nonfiction

Unlock a world of wonder for your child with hundreds of mind-blowing facts and quizzes that entertain and educate—perfect for curious kids who never stop asking “why?” Does your child devour random facts, ask endless questions, and love surprising you with what they’ve learned? Are you looking for something more meaningful than another hour of scrolling or gaming? Curious Kids’ Amazing Fact Vault is designed for ages 5–15 who are thirsty for knowledge and love sharing what they discover. Packed with fascinating facts, stories, and interactive features, it turns curiosity into ...

🤯 Reality Is Stranger Than You Think Did you know that bananas are naturally radioactive? That sharks are older than trees? That male seahorses get pregnant? Prepare to have your mind blown by 84 verified facts that sound absolutely impossible—but are completely, scientifically true. 🔬 What's Inside: ✨ Science That Sounds Impossible – Glass doesn't flow. Lightning is hotter than the Sun's surface. You can slow light to 17 meters per second. 🌌 Space Is Absurd – Venus has days longer than years. Saturn would float in water. It rains diamonds on Neptune. 🦎 Nature Is Wild ...

The biggest mystery of our era finally gets the balanced and unbiased investigation it deserves. ANTIGRAVITY PROPULSION: Human or Alien Technologies? is a far-reaching exploration into the UFO phenomenon that covers all possible scenarios and discounts nothing. Written by novelists, filmmakers and independent researchers James Morcan & Lance Morcan, with a foreword by advanced interstellar propulsion systems expert Grant Hayman and an afterword by leading scientist and space industry veteran Dr. Takaaki Musha, one of the great enigmas of all time is examined with equal doses of open-...

Can a Particle Be in Two Places at Once? Welcome to the Strangest Science in the Universe. Does your child ask questions you can’t answer? At the smallest scale, the universe is strange, surprising — and completely real. Quantum physics sounds impossible. Most adults struggle to explain it. This book changes that. Quantum Physics for Kids turns complex ideas into a clear, structured journey for curious readers ages 8–12. No oversimplified cartoons. No confusing jargon. Just real science explained with clarity and respect. If you’ve been searching for the right way to explain reality...

More than half a century after humans first walked on the Moon, exciting new space adventures are in the works. Thanks to major advances in rocketry, robotics, and other space technologies, humanity is on the verge of returning to the Moon, exploring Mars, building permanent orbiting space stations, expanding space tourism, and pushing the boundaries of exploration throughout the solar system and beyond. The Future of Space Exploration explores these exciting developments in 12 half-hour episodes, hosted by aerospace engineer and executive Dr. Ariel Ekblaw.

This book will change your perspective on the universe and expand your mind with its condensed breakdown of the most profound mysteries in physics and cosmology. From the nature of dark matter and dark energy to the origins of life, this book delves into the most fundamental questions of our existence, guiding readers through the latest research and discoveries in the field. Through captivating storytelling and thought-provoking discussions, this book will ignite a passion for science and inspire readers to join in the quest for knowledge. Uncover the secrets of the universe and gain a ...

Already a renowned chronicler of the epic events of world history, James A. Michener tackles the most ambitious subject of his career: space, the last great frontier. This astounding novel brings to life the dreams and daring of countless men and women—people like Stanley Mott, the engineer...

This program features an introduction and epilogue read by the author. "In the grand tradition of Carl Sagan and Neil deGrasse Tyson, we now have a new tour guide to the cosmos."―Charles Cockell, Professor of Astrobiology, University of Edinburgh "Absorbing, informative, and entertaining...

Grandpa Chuck’s Big Book of Brilliant Trivia Over 500 Fascinating Facts About Space, History, Animals, and More Curious about the world? You’re in the right place. Inside Grandpa Chuck’s Big Book of Brilliant Trivia, you’ll discover over 500 amazing, surprising, and sometimes downright strange facts about everything from space and science to animals, history, and beyond. Did you know… 🌞 Light from the Sun takes about 8 minutes to reach Earth? 🐙 Octopuses have three hearts and blue blood? 🏺 The Great Pyramid of Giza stood as the tallest structure for nearly 4,000 years? ...

Are you ready to blast off into a world of BIG questions and mind-blowing answers? 🚀🌍✨ 100 Big Why Facts About Space and Our World (For Kids 6–9) is a fun, fast-moving adventure made for curious kids who love asking, “WHY?” From the sky above your head to the mysteries far beyond Earth, this book turns everyday wonder into exciting discoveries that are easy to understand and impossible to forget. Perfect for young explorers, early science lovers, and kids who can’t stop wondering, this book answers the questions children ask the most—using clear language, playful examples,...

Dozens of astronauts travel to space every year, but what makes these amazing trips possible? Max Axiom has the answers. Join Max as he explores the science and engineering behind space travel.

Unlock a world of even more wonder for your child with hundreds of brand-new, mind-blowing facts, quizzes, and activities—perfect for curious kids who just can’t stop asking “why?” Does your child devour random facts, ask endless questions, and love telling you what they’ve learned? Are you looking for something that’s as entertaining as it is educational, and that actually pulls them away from screens? Curious Kids’ Amazing Fact Vault 2 is the next exciting volume in the hit series for ages 5–15. Whether or not they’ve read Book 1, kids will dive straight into this all-...

Are you ready to launch into an out-of-this-world adventure? 100 Fun Facts About Mars is your ultimate guide to the most thrilling, mind-blowing, and fascinating facts about the Red Planet. Whether you’re a young space enthusiast, a curious teen, or a future astronaut dreaming of walking on Mars, this book is your gateway to understanding the mysteries of our neighboring world. From towering volcanoes that dwarf anything on Earth, to the rovers that have scoured its surface, to the moons that orbit this incredible planet—100 Fun Facts About Mars uncovers all the secrets Mars holds. ...

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...

Welcome to "A-Z Alphabet, Astronomy & 'I Am' Affirmations for Kids." This journey combines cosmic exploration with self-empowerment, guiding children through an adventure of learning and affirmation.

WITH PHOTOGRAPHS THROUGHOUT How can one year spent orbiting a black hole equal 100,000 years passing back on Earth, with both clocks perfectly correct? Every fact is drawn from academic research and documented institutional data. This True Verified Facts book delivers 300+ secrets about time, each one built to educate, entertain, and arm you with knowledge worth sharing. Real science and history, from the human mind to the edge of the universe. Inside This Book: Why astronauts on the Space Station come home measurably younger than the rest of us Which everyday count of finger joints gave us...

When Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepped onto the lunar surface in July of 1969, they wore spacesuits made by Playtex: 21 layers of fabric, each with a distinct yet interrelated function, custom-sewn for them by seamstresses whose usual work was fashioning bras and girdles. This book is the story of that spacesuit. It is a story of the triumph over the military-industrial complex by the International Latex Corporation, best known by its consumer brand of "Playtex" - a victory of elegant softness over engineered hardness, of adaptation over cybernetics.

WITH PHOTOGRAPHS THROUGHOUT Moon dust smells like spent gunpowder. The astronauts who smelled it could not explain why. Every fact is drawn from academic research and documented institutional data. This True Verified Facts book delivers 500+ answers about the Moon, from its violent birth to the cities we may one day build on it, written to educate, entertain, and give you something worth sharing. Inside This Book: The lava tubes beneath the surface are wide enough to swallow an entire city Why the Moon drifts farther from Earth each year, quietly stretching the length of our days The ...

An entertaining tour of the seemingly simple formula guiding the search for extraterrestrial intelligence Cloudy with a Chance of Starships takes listeners on an irreverent expedition through the marvelous world of astrobiology, using as a guide the most important equation in science since E=mc2...

Years ago, when astronauts needed to leave the spacecraft, they used the manned maneuvering unit (MMU). Even though this piece of equipment is no longer used, it is still very interesting.