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Who owns the moon? : and other conundrums of exploring and using space / Cynthia Levinson and Jennifer Swanson.

Levinson, Cynthia, (author.). Swanson, Jennifer, (author.). Gonzalez, Thomas, (illustrator.).

Summary:

"Are you ready for your first trip to the Moon? Today's teens may travel to multiple planets and moons in their lifetimes. This book is a primer on what to know for a future in space. It combines technology and science with law and policy for a fascinating look at a very timely subject"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9781682635377
ISBN: 1682635376
Physical Description: 202 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 27 cm
Edition: First edition.
Publisher: Atlanta, Georgia : Margaret Quinlin Books Peachtree, 2024.
Copyright: ©2025

Content descriptions

General Note:	Includes references for further reading, viewing, and doing.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 190-193) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Introduction: why go back to the moon? -- Flags on the moon: exploring history -- Seeking a lunar perspective: a race to put humans on the moon -- Where is space? Why does it matter? -- Play nice! The international space station -- Spats and mishaps: where to turn when things go awry -- Satellites and where to find them -- Bumper cars in space: debris -- Hey! Who are you looking at? Technology in space -- Selfies in space: space tourism -- Home sweet moon: the Artemis program -- Howdy, partners! Doing business in space -- Who's in charge around here? Governance in space -- YOU can fly this ship!
Target Audience Note:	Ages 12 and Up Peachtree Publishing Company Inc. Grades 7-9 Peachtree Publishing Company Inc.