Science Comics: Human Spaceflight: Rockets and Rivalry
Oct 2024 · Sold by First Second
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From the deepest oceans to the farthest reaches of space—and everything in between—Science Comics turns STEM topics into unforgettable graphic novel adventures. This smash-hit series has sold over a million copies!
Once humans figured out how to launch rockets into orbit, the Space Race between the US and USSR began! Who will be the first to fly outside of Earth’s atmosphere, walk on the moon, or build a working lab in orbit? Follow the story of how the race to the moon became international teamwork in orbit, and find out how to travel at 17,500 mph, take a shower with no water, and go to the bathroom when there’s no gravity. When it comes to human spaceflight, the sky is not the limit!
· Science made exciting: Complex STEM topics become fun, accessible, and easy to understand
· Expertly researched: Created in collaboration with subject experts to deliver accurate, up-to-date information
· A great gift for young scientists: Inspires curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of discovery
· Supports classroom learning: A valuable resource for independent reading, school libraries, homeschool curricula, and STEM education
Once humans figured out how to launch rockets into orbit, the Space Race between the US and USSR began! Who will be the first to fly outside of Earth’s atmosphere, walk on the moon, or build a working lab in orbit? Follow the story of how the race to the moon became international teamwork in orbit, and find out how to travel at 17,500 mph, take a shower with no water, and go to the bathroom when there’s no gravity. When it comes to human spaceflight, the sky is not the limit!
· Science made exciting: Complex STEM topics become fun, accessible, and easy to understand
· Expertly researched: Created in collaboration with subject experts to deliver accurate, up-to-date information
· A great gift for young scientists: Inspires curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of discovery
· Supports classroom learning: A valuable resource for independent reading, school libraries, homeschool curricula, and STEM education
From the deepest oceans to the farthest reaches of space—and everything in between—Science Comics turns STEM topics into unforgettable graphic novel adventures. This smash-hit series has sold over a million copies!
Once humans figured out how to launch rockets into orbit, the Space Race between ...
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About the author
Andy Hirsch is a cartoonist living in Dallas, Texas. A frequent contributor to First Second’s hit Science Comics and History Comics series, he writes and illustrates graphic nonfiction covering everything from dogs to spaceflight, including dogs in spaceflight.
Andy Hirsch is a cartoonist living in Dallas, Texas. A frequent contributor to First Second’s hit Science Comics and History Comics series, he writes and illustrates graphic nonfiction covering everything from dogs to spaceflight, including dogs in spaceflight.
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