STEM: Space Science

Asteroids are always moving in space, but what do we do if one of these giant space rocks heads straight for Earth? With technology and spacecrafts like DART, we now have the answer. Read More →

Until the mid-1990s, scientists only guessed that the universe held exoplanets, or planets beyond our solar system. But using advanced physics and powerful telescopes, scientists have since… Read More →

Desde la Gran Mancha Roja hasta sus famosas lunas, el planeta más grande de nuestro sistema solar, Júpiter, es una verdadera maravilla. ¡Descubre más sobre este gigante de gas y compáralo con Read More →

Un cielo lleno de aire, océanos compuestos por agua y la presencia de vida son algunas de las cosas que diferencian a la Tierra de los demás planetas. Aprende qué otros aspectos hacen que la… Read More →

Después de la Tierra, Marte es el planeta más explorado de nuestro sistema solar. Vehículos exploradores recorren su superficie para encontrar respuestas a las preguntas de los científicos.… Read More →

Embárcate en un viaje para llegar lo más cerca del Sol que nunca hayas estado. Los lectores descubrirán más sobre Mercurio, el planeta más pequeño de nuestro sistema solar, y lo podrán… Read More →

¿Sabías que Neptuno es el planeta más ventoso del sistema solar? Descubre más sobre Neptuno en esta interesante mirada al planeta más alejado del Sol. Accede a un modelo descargable para… Read More →

Aprende sobre la red de anillos vasta y bella de Saturno, y aprecia de qué manera es similar o diferente a los otros planetas. Accede a un modelo descargable para impresora 3D de la NASA a… Read More →

Este planeta frío y gigante puede estar alejado, pero los científicos saben mucho sobre él y se esfuerzan por descubrir aún más. Aprende todo sobre Urano y qué lo hace un planeta tan… Read More →

Observa cómo se compara Venus con todos los planetas cercanos. Datos interesantes e información científica ayudarán a los pequeños lectores a explorar el planeta más caliente de nuestro… Read More →

A sky full of air, oceans made of water, and the presence of life are some of the things that set Earth apart from other planets. Learn what else makes Earth unique among the planets in our… Read More →

From the Great Red Spot to its famous moons, the biggest planet in our solar system, Jupiter, is truly a marvel. Find out more about this gas giant and see how it compares to other planets in Read More →

After Earth, Mars is the most explored planet in our solar system. Rovers travel across its surface to find out answers to scientists' questions. What is Mars like? Did it ever have life?… Read More →

Embark on a journey to get closer to the sun than you ever have before. Readers will discover more about Mercury, the smallest planet in our solar system, and see how it compares to the other Read More →

Did you know that Neptune is the windiest planet in the solar system? Discover more about Neptune in this exciting look at the farthest planet from the sun. Access a downloadable 3D printer… Read More →

Blast off in this exciting exploration of these essential space machines! Readers will learn about the history of rockets, how rockets work, how we may use rockets in the future, and more.… Read More →

Rovers traverse parts of space that people can't easily get to. While they explore they use special tools, take samples, and search for signs of life. Readers will love learning about these… Read More →

How can you watch your favorite TV shows almost anywhere? How do scientists learn what's happening in far-off galaxies? Readers discover how satellites make our lives easier and keep people… Read More →

Learn about Saturn's vast and beautiful network of rings, and see how it is similar to or different from other planets. Access a downloadable 3D printer model from NASA via Page Plus QR codes. Read More →

How do we know if there is water on Mars? How do we know what planets look like? We send probes to look around! Readers learn how scientists use space probes to study planets in our solar… Read More →

Astronauts live and study on space stations as they orbit Earth. Readers will love learning fascinating details about these structures, from their beginnings to how they might be used in the future. Read More →

Scientists use telescopes to see galaxies too far away to see in the night sky. But how do telescopes see so far? With energetic text and engaging backmatter, readers will discover how… Read More →

This cold, giant plant may be far away, but scientists know lots about it and are striving to discover even more. Learn all about Uranus and what makes it such a cool planet. Access a… Read More →