Kelley Library

50 animals that have been to space, Jennifer Read and John A. Read

eng

Includes bibliographical references (page 85)

illustrations

no index present

non fiction

50 animals that have been to space

bibliography

Jennifer Read and John A. Read

"Since the early days of flight, animals have helped researchers learn how to survive in the sky, and their role continues as humanity voyages into outer space. In 1783 a rooster, a duck and a sheep were placed in a basket attached to the first hot-air balloon. In the age of rockets and space travel, many more animals have travelled into orbit, and most have returned safely to earth. This book tells the stories of 50 trips into space, with details about the animals and the scientists involved. The experiments, often designed by students, originate from many countries. The book offers an appealing introduction to the purposes of space exploration and the possibilities of safe space travel. It encourages young readers to engage in real science like the young people they will read about in this book."--, Provided by publisher

Preparing for space -- Early spaceflights -- Race to the moon -- Skylab and Kosmos -- Space shuttle and Mir -- International Space Station

juvenile

Fifty animals that have been to space