Bibliograph

The evolution of space suits, Danica Kassebaum

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Label

The evolution of space suits, Danica Kassebaum

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The evolution of space suits

Medium

electronic resource

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Responsibility statement

Danica Kassebaum

Series statement

Smithsonian

Summary

Design a flexible protective layer for a space suit. Space suits have come a long way. The look and function of space suits has evolved over time, but their purpose has always been the same--to keep astronauts safe. From the first suits worn during the Mercury missions, to the latest suits being tested by NASA, there have been great improvements. Learn all about the science behind space suits and how they have changed over time. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Smithsonian Informational Text builds reading skills while engaging students' curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. Packed with factoids and informative sidebars, it features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for use in a makerspace and teaches students every step of the engineering design process. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from actual Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields. Discover engineering innovations that solve real-world problems with content that touches on all aspects of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math!

Target audience

juvenile

Classification