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Planets are incredible space bodies, so incredible that life can survive on at least one of them! Each title in this series is information-packed and covers everything from the size of the planet, to what its atmosphere is made of, to the missions that have explored it!

Welcome to "A Small Blue Dot - An Artificial Journey Through the Solar System", a children's book about the adventures of Lina and her robot friend Sam as they explore our solar system. This book was created utilizing generative artificial intelligence (e.g., OpenAI ChatGPT & Dall-E, MidJourney, Jasper.AI and Smurf.AI) as an experiment to better understand the role of artificial intelligence for creativity. Lina and Sam's journey takes them to the far reaches of space, where they encounter all manner of strange and wonderful things.

Alan Shepard's boyhood fascination with flight led him from constructing model airplanes in his grandfather's basement to attaining national hero status in the race to space. Rooted in hard work and education, this pioneer's dreams of flight came true as he became not only the first American launched into space but, later, one of the privileged few to walk on the moon. When he wasn't soaring above the clouds, astronaut Alan Shepard used his expertise to benefit others, raising money to fuel the dreams of science students and guiding NASA missions.

Sonja und die Kinder Lara und Jona besuchen den Astronauten Ulf in seinem Planetarium. Dort tauchen sie tief ins Weltall ein und reisen zur Sonne, zum Mond und zu allen Planeten unseres Sonnensystems. Mit großen Teleskopen, Satelliten und Sonden können Forscherinnen und Forscher das All sogar weit darüber hinaus erkunden. Und das Roboterfahrzeug "Perseverance“ untersucht für uns den Mars. In der Sternwarte werden Lara und Jona selbst zu kleinen Forschern: Beim Blick durch das große Teleskop entdecken sie Sternschnuppen, Kometen und viele Sternbilder.

Una autobiografía que explora cómo un niño migrante se convirtió en astronauta.

In einer klaren Nacht siehst du am Himmel viele funkelnde Sterne. Doch wie sind sie eigentlich entstanden? Welche Planeten gehören zum Sonnensystem? Wann flog der erste Mensch in den Weltraum? Und gibt es irgendwo da draußen außerirdisches Leben? Finde Antworten auf diese und viele weitere spannende Fragen! Sei dabei, wenn eine Rakete ins Weltall startet, und erfahre, wie der Alltag auf einer Raumstation aussieht.

Asteroids bombard our atmosphere all the time. Some are harmless, burning up in a flash of light. But others explode with a great sonic boom, smashing windows and throwing people to the ground. Worst of all, some asteroids strike our planet, blasting out massive craters and destroying everything nearby on impact.

Peter was born on the east side of Germany, the side that wasn't free. He watches news programs rather than cartoons, and wears scratchy uniforms instead of blue jeans. His family endures long lines and early curfews. But Peter knows it won't always be this way. Peter and his family have a secret. Late at night in their attic, they are piecing together a hot-air balloon—and a plan. Can Peter and his family fly their way to freedom?

Have you ever wondered how astronauts stay healthy in space? What if an astronaut gets sick on the space station? Does snot run in space? This fascinating look at space and medicine explores how scientists and physicians study astronauts in space, how they help keep them safe, and what we've learned about the human body through space exploration. Questions from real kids and answers from astronauts combine for an out-of-this-world exploration of health.

¡Embárcate en un emocionante viaje a través del cosmos con "Potenciadores Cerebrales Galácticos: Datos Espaciales Astronómicos para Pequeños Astronautas"! Este atractivo libro de curiosidades infantiles es tu boleto para explorar las maravillas del espacio, haciendo que aprender sobre el universo sea una emocionante aventura para las mentes jóvenes.

Ever wondered where stars come from or why they twinkle and dazzle in our night sky? Dive into the fascinating life cycles of stars, from their very first moments as mere cosmic dust to their majestic endings as red giants or breathtaking supernovae. Discover the secrets they hold, the energy they radiate, and the stories they've witnessed over eons. With easy-to-understand explanations and vivid imagery, this audiobook will transport young listeners to galaxies far, far away.

This book offers children a front-row seat to the vastness of the universe, inspiring them with a sense of wonder and planting seeds of curiosity that may one day lead them to make their own discoveries among the stars. Whether your child is a budding scientist, an avid listener, or just curious about the cosmos, Fun Facts for Kids: Space is the perfect gift.

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the cosmos with Galactic Brain Boosters: Astronomical Space Facts for Little Astronauts! This engaging children's trivia book is your ticket to exploring the wonders of space, making learning about the universe an exciting adventure for young minds. Discover the mysteries of our solar system, the twinkling stars, distant galaxies, and the boundless frontiers awaiting human exploration.

Have you ever wondered what living in space would be like? Meet the Kellys who are identical twins and both astronauts for NASA. With one brother in space and the other on Earth, they are an experiment to learn how human bodies that share the same DNA are affected by living in space for a long time. What do you think NASA can learn from this twin science study?

Welcome, young cosmic adventurers, to an out-of-this-world journey that will ignite your imagination, spark your curiosity, and launch your love for learning into the cosmos. Brace yourself for an immersive audiobook experience that will take you on an intergalactic joyride through the captivating Discoveropolis series.

Space holds some of the universe's biggest mysteries. Blast off into the unknown with stunning photographs and gentle introductions to new vocabulary. Readers will discover incredible facts about moon missions, planets, stars, and more in this entertaining, high-interest book.

Hör Dich schlau! Die erfolgreiche Wissens-Hörspielreihe geht weiter. Komm mit zum Mond: Bestimmt hast du schon mal bemerkt, dass der Mond nicht jede Nacht gleich aussieht. Doch warum ist das so? Wie ist der Mond entstanden? Wo kommen seine vielen Krater her? Was passiert bei einer Mondfinsternis? Und wer war eigentlich der erste Mensch auf dem Mond? Finde Antworten auf diese und viele weitere spannende Fragen! Komm mit zum Mond und erfahre, was es mit der dunklen Seite des Mondes auf sich hat. Spieldauer: ca. 65 Minuten. Ein spannendes Hörspiel für Kinder ab 6 Jahren

Dive into the exciting space adventure of Astro the Asteroid, a children's story about space that will captivate your little ones' imaginations while they learn about the wonderful universe surrounding us. This audiobook is perfect for children aged three to six who dream of stars and galaxies, offering a unique mix of fantasy and authentic scientific facts to learn some basic astronomy. Get your kids ready for a journey that will teach, inspire, and entertain them!

If you've ever wanted to blast off into space, you're about to find out everything you need to become an astronaut - and the answers to all the big questions like, how do you wee in space? What can you see from the International Space Station? And how could we build a colony on Mars? Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to pull on your spacesuit and join your guide, real astronaut Tim Peake (and a host of expert STEM characters) in this fascinating adventure through space, time and the diary of one truly incredible space adventure.

Let the mission begin with this far-out series. This volume includes Mars Rovers, Robonauts, Rockets, and Space Shuttles.