A Question of Technology: How Do You Go to Toilet in Space?
Author(s): Clive Gifford
Uncover the mysteries of space in this funny technology series for readers aged 9 and up Will we ever live on Mars? Why can't we fly planes to the Moon? And do astronauts REALLY grow taller in space? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book! With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of technology. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of technology and busting some popular myths along the way! The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making history fun and accessible for every young reader.
Product Information
Clive Gifford is the author of more than 150 children's books including Eye Benders, winner of the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize, Royal Society-nominated Out of This World and Cool Technology which won the School Library Association Information Book Award. His book, The Colours of History, won the Blue Peter Book Awards' Best Book With Facts. He has travelled through 70 countries, run a computer games company and taken part in all manner of sports from parachuting and gliding to Ultimate Frisbee. Clive's official website can be found at www.clivegifford.co.uk
1: What is space?
2: Why can't we just fly to the Moon?
3: Why do things orbit?
4: How do space probes land?
5: Why haven't we explored other galaxies?
6: Why do telescopes need space training?
7: Do astronauts really grow in space?
8: What's for dinner in space?
9: How do you go to the toilet in space?
10: Why do astronauts suit up for spacewalks?
11: Are there aliens in space?
12: Will we ever live on Mars?
13: Quick-fire questions
14: Glossary / Further reading
15: Index
General Fields
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- : Hachette Children's Group
- : Wayland
- : 0.15
- : 01 October 2023
- : .8 Centimeters X 21.1 Centimeters X 26.5 Centimeters
- : 01 May 2023
- : books
Special Fields
- : Clive Gifford
- : Paperback
- : 1
- : 32
