Lonely Planet Kids: The Complete Guide to Space Exploration

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Prepare for blast-off! This guide to space exploration is your ticket to humanity's greatest journeys into the universe. Discover the history, achievements, and future of space travel, from the first telescope to the potential of space tourism. Meet the world's first astronaut, witness the launch of Sputnik, and leave the first boot-print on the moon with Neil Armstrong. Learn about the International Space Station, see rovers capturing images of distant worlds, and understand how to land on asteroids or comets while searching for extraterrestrial life. Curious about space tourism? Explore when you might book a ticket to space and what it would be like to eat, sleep, and vacation in outer space. Visualize the spacecraft that could take you to another planet. The journey is enhanced with infographics, maps, and illustrations, along with stunning photos from NASA, the European Space Agency, and the Hubble Telescope. Get ready for an unforgettable interstellar adventure! Lonely Planet Kids, an imprint of the renowned travel authority Lonely Planet, has been inspiring young explorers since 2011, encouraging a passion for learning about the world through engaging books on various subjects. Join us in inspiring the next generation of global citizens!