The Jumbo Book of Space

For thousands of years, people have looked up and wondered about the mysteries of space. Why does the sun shine? How big is our solar system? Where do comets come from? How far away are the stars? This Jumbo Book answers these and many other questions to reveal the secrets of the universe. Travel back in time with space stories from the past. Get down-to-earth explanations of the science behind today's space facts. And learn about the latest discoveries in the ongoing exploration of space. Prepare for a thrilling voyage to the stars and beyond! Find out how to * make your own telescope * make a two-stage balloon rocket * make moon craters * look at the sun safely * cook with the sun's rays