Amazing International Space Station, The (Paperback)

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Grade 4-6-This book packs a lot of information into clear, short chapters that are chock-full of facts, action, and cool language. (Astronauts and cosmonauts are referred to as 'nauts throughout.) After a few introductory sections on outer space, the International Space Station (ISS) is introduced. Dialogue bubbles, sample entries from the ship's log, and abundant photographs provide evidence of what the ISS scientists experience. One picture depicts Mikhail Tyurin giving Frank Culbertson a microgravity haircut; another shows James Voss using an exercise bike. Favorite down-time activities (music, Earth gazing, etc.) add a personal dimension to the profiles of the travelers. A section on space science explains some experiments conducted at the station. Sidebars on softly hued backgrounds enhance the text. Activities sprinkled throughout include directions for a poppin' rocket, a recipe for a soup containing freeze-dried ingredients, and directions for growing crystals. A "Secret Language of Space" guide will help readers to know their HEDS from their FEAT. Loaded with much, much more, this fine, chatty effort is irresistible.-Anne Chapman Callaghan, Racine Public Library, WI
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The interesting information and great photographs make this book one that is bound to be an interstellar hit with your readers. (Resource Links )

This book is not a text but it would be an excellent reference for a unit on space in grades 4 through 8. It would also be excellent for personal reading. (Science Books & Films )

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Kids Can Press (September 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1553375238
• ISBN-13: 978-1553375234
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.3 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #496,641 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing photos and interesting space facts, May 4, 2004

By	Karen Woodworth Roman "www.librarians.info" (DeKalb, IL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Amazing International Space Station, The (Hardcover)

Fun book design, informal text, and excellent photographs give a clear and interesting introduction to life on the International Space Station (ISS). Answers questions like how do astronauts wash and go to the bathroom in space. Gives advice to astronaut wannabes like study math and science and go to college (and 64% of all American astronauts were involved in scouting). There is considerable talk about physical effects of zero gravity. A real problem is bone loss so the astronauts exercise for a couple of hours everyday. I really enjoyed this book and learned a lot about the ISS and what it is like to live in space for extended periods of time. Includes several activities to try at home and an index. Karen Woodworth-Roman, Children's Science Book Review