"A book that can be enjoyed by children and adults and is scientifically accurate besides is a rare treasure indeed." -- Astronomy Education Review on Max Goes to the Moon

"Introduces elementary students to the wonders of space and space travel. . . . A perfect springboard for many classroom discussions, experiments, and lessons." --National Science Teachers Association Recommends on Max Goes to the Moon

The long-awaited prequel to the books in the Science Adventures with Max the Dog series, this installment follows Max on his trip to the International Space Station where he shares in the adventures of astronaut life and helps save everyone from a potential disaster along the way. The book teaches children to see themselves and the planet in a new light and encourages readers to discover how they can help make the world a better place. Accompanying the story of how Max saves the day are numerous “Big Kid Box” sidebars that offer science facts and other pieces of fascinating information. Grown-ups and kids learn about science together with this fun and educational picture book.La tan esperada historia previa a las de los libros en la colecciÓn Science Adventures with Max the Dog, esta entrega sigue a Max en su viaje a la estaciÓn espacial internacional donde participa en las aventuras de la vida astronÁutica y rescata sobre la marcha a toda la gente de un desastre potencial. El libro les enseÑa a los niÑos a verse a sÍ mismos y a ver el planeta desde una nueva perspectiva y anima a los lectores a descubrir cÓmo pueden ayudar a hacer del mundo un lugar mejor. Numerosas notas de recuadro que ofrecen hechos cientÍficos y otra informaciÓn fascinante acompaÑan la historia de cÓmo Max salva la situaciÓn. Adultos y niÑos aprenden juntos sobre la ciencia con este libro ilustrado divertido y educativo.
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ISBN
9781937548322
Publisert
2013-11-01
Utgiver
Vendor
Big Kid Science
Vekt
612 gr
Høyde
279 mm
Bredde
10 mm
Aldersnivå
J, 02
Språk
Product language
Spansk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
32

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Jeffrey Bennett is an astrophysicist and educator who proposed the idea for and helped develop the Voyage Scale Model Solar System -- the first science-oriented exhibit approved for permanent installation on the National Mall in Washington, DC. He is the lead author of best-selling college textbooks in four distinct disciplines: astronomy, mathematics, statistics, and astrobiology. He lives in Boulder, Colorado. Alan Okamoto is a children's book illustrator and a space artist who has done commissioned work for the Air Force, numerous aerospace corporations, and college textbooks. He lives in Lodi, California. Michael Carroll is a business expert with management and Human Resources experience at major corporations throughout the United States. Michael lends his expertise in trend analysis and the macro-business environment to provide an integrated look at the impact millennials have on today's companies.