100 Facts: Exploring Space

Blast off into the great unknown with this compact edition of 100 Facts: Exploring Space! Written by acclaimed science author Steve Parker, this visually striking guide takes young space enthusiasts on a countdown of exactly 100 numbered facts about humanity's journey beyond Earth. The book chronicles the incredible history and future of cosmic exploration—from the early rocket designs and the historic Moon landings to the daily lives of astronauts aboard the International Space Station and the deep-space voyages of robotic probes exploring distant planets. Packed with spectacular NASA photographs, detailed diagrams of spacecraft, and interactive quizzes, this educational resource simplifies complex aerospace engineering and astrophysics concepts into thrilling, bite-sized facts that capture the imagination and inspire the next generation of stargazers and rocket scientists.