The Kingfisher Facts And Records Book Of Space

Examines the planets, the moon, the sun, space travel, the stars and galaxies

A full-bodied guide that covers the universe in detail including the solar system, asteroids, meteorites, comets, planets and people in space. Over 100 full-color illustrations.

Did you know that if you were travelling at the speed of light - 300,000 kilometres a second - it would still take 100,000 years to cross our own galaxy? Or that the moon is completely silent because it has no atmosphere? Or that the huge red spot on Jupiter is a storm that has been raging for over 300 years?

This volume brings together nuggets of information relating to numerous topics, from the universe to atoms, from prehistoric times to the 21st century including space, nature, the human body, sport, science, money, art and culture.

This authoritative reference book for kids covers 11 major subjects in detail, including space, sports, nature, and the human body. Full-color illustrations.

Discusses the history of space walks, the equipment and training needed, and the astronauts who walked in space.

A brand new version of the best-selling enquiry desk reference text, Know it All, Find it Fast, specifically designed for those working with children and young people in schools, public libraries and at home. Including an invaluable overview of the education system and the school curriculum as well as a comprehensive listing of useful resources by topic, this A-Z covers school subjects from science and maths to reading and literacy, and more general themes such as children's health, wellbeing and hobbies. Each topic is broken down into useful sections that will help to guide your response; Typical questions outline common queries such as 'Have you got any information about volcanoes?' Considerations provides useful hints and tips i.e. 'Geography now encompasses not only physical and human geography but also environmental geography, social geography, geology and geopolitics.' Where to look lists relevant printed, digital and online resources with useful annotations explaining their scope and strengths Readership: This is the must-have quick reference tool arming librarians and teachers with the knowledge to deal with any queries thrown at them from children and young people as well as their parents and caregivers. It will also be a handy reference for parents and anyone working with children and young people in other organizations such as homework clubs and youth workers.