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For every child who has ever looked up at the stars and asked, "What are they?" comes the story of a curious boy who never stopped wondering: Carl Sagan. When Carl Sagan was a young boy he went to the 1939 World's Fair and his life was changed forever. From that day on he never stopped marveling at the universe and seeking to understand it better.

On 16th July 1969, three men sit at the top of a towering rocket. Strapped into their Command Module, the astronauts brace themselves as the engines roar into life, flames lick out from beneath the rocket, and the ground starts to tremble. They are going where no one has ever been before. This is the story of the legendary Apollo 11 mission – and the men and women on the ground who made it happen. When astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepped onto the moon in July 1969, they achieved humanity's oldest dream. But how did they get there?

Named for the god of war because of its blood-red color, Mars is the second-smallest planet in our solar system. Explore its cold canyons, ice caps, and more in this book about Mars.

Take flight on an exciting, fun-filled adventure exploring the history, technology, and future of airplanes. From the earliest flying machines to the high-tech jets and spaceplanes of the future, this book is packed with fascinating facts, immersive storytelling, and stunning visuals that bring the world of aviation to life.

In March 2025, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore splashed into the Gulf of Mexico. A pod of dolphins greeted them, and their friends and family celebrated their return to Earth. Where had they been? The International Space Station!

Hör Dich schlau! Die erfolgreiche Wissens-Hörspielreihe geht weiter. Erforsche den Mars : Auf geht's zum Mars! Das Trio Theo, Tess und Quentin folgt Kinderfragen und reist zum Mars, um Antworten zu finden. Gibt es Leben auf dem Mars? Wer erforscht, wie es dort aussieht? Und werden wir irgendwann mit Raumschiffen zum erdähnlichsten Planeten unseres Sonnensystems reisen können? Von der Entstehungsgeschichte über die Besonderheiten, die Atmosphäre und die Monde des Roten Planeten bis hin zu topaktuellen Forschungswissen und geplanten Missionen in der Zukunft.

Have you ever wondered, “What is time?” It’s one of the most intriguing questions in the universe, sparking the curiosity of both children and adults. The Big Questions: What is Time? invites young readers aged 5 and up to explore the mysteries of time in a way that is captivating, thoughtful, and inspiring. Written by interdisciplinary psychologist Ethan Solace, this book journeys through the wonders of time with a unique blend of scientific discovery, philosophical reflection, and imaginative storytelling.

Get ready to be utterly charmed as Venus herself spills all her secrets of the solar system in this witty and wonderfully informative picture book. Discover what makes Venus truly unique: from her intensely hot and, yes, a little stinky atmosphere, to her breathtaking, shimmering brilliance in the night sky. Unlike the other planets, Venus dances to her own rhythm–no moons, no rings, and a spin that's all her own!

Have you ever wondered, “Are we alone in the universe?” It’s one of the most fascinating questions ever asked, sparking curiosity in children and adults alike. The Big Questions: Are There Aliens? invites young listeners aged 5 and up to explore this profound mystery in a way that is engaging, awe-inspiring, and thought-provoking. Written by interdisciplinary psychologist Ethan Solace, this book journeys into the possibilities of alien life with a perfect balance of scientific discovery, philosophical wonder, and imaginative storytelling.

Have you ever wondered, “Where did the universe come from?” It’s one of the greatest mysteries of all time, sparking curiosity in both children and adults. The Big Questions: Where Did the Universe Come From? invites young readers aged 5 and upwards to explore this profound question in a way that is engaging, thoughtful, and awe-inspiring. Written by interdisciplinary psychologist Ethan Solace, this book dives into the origins of the universe with a blend of scientific discovery, spiritual reflection, and philosophical wonder.

Welcome to "A Small Blue Dot - An Artificial Journey Through the Solar System", a children's book about the adventures of Lina and her robot friend Sam as they explore our solar system. This book was created utilizing generative artificial intelligence (e.g., OpenAI ChatGPT & Dall-E, MidJourney, Jasper.AI and Smurf.AI) as an experiment to better understand the role of artificial intelligence for creativity. Lina and Sam's journey takes them to the far reaches of space, where they encounter all manner of strange and wonderful things.

Alan Shepard's boyhood fascination with flight led him from constructing model airplanes in his grandfather's basement to attaining national hero status in the race to space. Rooted in hard work and education, this pioneer's dreams of flight came true as he became not only the first American launched into space but, later, one of the privileged few to walk on the moon. When he wasn't soaring above the clouds, astronaut Alan Shepard used his expertise to benefit others, raising money to fuel the dreams of science students and guiding NASA missions.

What do you know about Mars? Give curious kids a first look into space.

What do you know about the Moon? Give curious kids a first look into space.

What do you know about the sun? Give curious kids a first look into space.

What do you know about stars? Give curious kids a first look into space.

What do you know about astronauts? Give curious kids a first look into space.

Discover some of the many contributions women, people of color, immigrants, and people with disabilities made to space exploration. From an engineer in the control room to a mission specialist that went on four space flights, these heroes are transforming how we think of space.

What do you know about planet Earth? Give curious kids a first look into space.

Sonne, Mond und Sterne - mit Kokosnuss das Weltall entdecken! Der kleine Drache Kokosnuss, Matilda und Oskar planen einen weiteren Besuch im Weltraum, denn bei ihrer letzten Begegnung mit dem Außerirdischen Bobby von Zitterpappel sind einige Fragen unbeantwortet geblieben... Seit wann beobachten die Menschen die Sterne? Wer hat den "Mann im Mond” erfunden? Wann gab es die erste Rakete? Wie hieß der erste Astronaut? Wie lief die Mondlandung ab? Und seit wann gibt es die Internationale Raumstation ISS? Die schlauen Antworten gibt es für kleine Forscherinnen und Forscher.