Overview
A Soccer fan watches a live broadcast of a game being played halfway around the world. A meteorologist studies photos of a hurricane developing out at sea. Astronomers observe evidence of a black hole millions of light years from Earth. What do all these people have in common? They are using satellites. From entertainment to communications to science, satellites have become a part of our lives. Learn all the amazing facts about satellites in this fast-packed peek into the future of science.
Synopsis
A Soccer fan watches a live broadcast of a game being played halfway around the world. A meteorologist studies photos of a hurricane developing out at sea. Astronomers observe evidence of a black hole millions of light years from Earth. What do all these people have in common? They are using satellites. From entertainment to communications to science, satellites have become a part of our lives. Learn all the amazing facts about satellites in this fast-packed peek into the future of science.
Kelly Roque - Children's Literature
Blame it on Sputnik. The Russians invented and launched the first artificial satellite into space in 1957. In 1958, they launched a larger version, Sputnik II. This was the beginning of a "space race" between scientists in the U.S. and in the Soviet Union that had both countries competing for firsts when it came to accomplishments in aeronautics and space. One of six books in the "Cool Science" series, this title discusses the history and purpose of an array of satellites. While some collect information about our planet, others are responsible for giving scientists data about our entire galaxy. Students will begin to understand how our lives depend greatly on these information collecting instruments for everything from cell phone and internet use to weather predictions and rescue operations. "Fun Facts," cover a variety of related topics and students are provided a comprehensive list of suggested reading and websites for further research. Impressive color photography and images will keep readers entranced. 2006, Lerner Publications Company, Ages 8 to 12.
Editorials
Children's Literature
Blame it on Sputnik. The Russians invented and launched the first artificial satellite into space in 1957. In 1958, they launched a larger version, Sputnik II. This was the beginning of a "space race" between scientists in the U.S. and in the Soviet Union that had both countries competing for firsts when it came to accomplishments in aeronautics and space. One of six books in the "Cool Science" series, this title discusses the history and purpose of an array of satellites. While some collect information about our planet, others are responsible for giving scientists data about our entire galaxy. Students will begin to understand how our lives depend greatly on these information collecting instruments for everything from cell phone and internet use to weather predictions and rescue operations. "Fun Facts," cover a variety of related topics and students are provided a comprehensive list of suggested reading and websites for further research. Impressive color photography and images will keep readers entranced. 2006, Lerner Publications Company, Ages 8 to 12.—Kelly Roque