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4) Astronauts
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Introduces the work of astronauts, including special jobs they might have on the space shuttle and experiments they might perform in space.
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"From Neil Armstrong's first small step to Gene Cernan's last footprint, award-winning author Suzanne Slade captures the experiences of the twelve astronauts who walked on the moon. The book reveals how the Apollo moon missions (1969-1972) built upon one another and unveiled important new discoveries about our nearest neighbor in space."--
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Everything young explorers needs to know to travel in space, covering what life in zero gravity is like, how to find your way around the solar system, and the all-important question of how to pee in a spacesuit! Unique illustrations take kids to the heart of the action and amazing photos show what the universe is really like. Incredible stories of real-life space exploration for kids aged 8 and up, by author and astrobiologist Professor Mark Brake....
18) Astronaut
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Introduces readers to the jobs of an astronaut including commander, pilot, mission specialist, and payload specialist, along with non-NASA positions in companies such as SpaceX, Virgin Galactic, and Orbital Science, as well as discussing the equipment needed to do the job right and the education and training needed to become an astronaut.
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