Since our earliest time on earth, humans have gazed up to the stars and
wondered how the universe works. Once we developed a suitable scientific
understanding of Space, the next task that awaited man was slipping the
confines of our earthly environment and slowly but surely conquering the
universe.
In The Space Race, author and teacher Angelina Masiello Yalda outlines the
essential developments and achievements of that race, from the Cold War
competition of the USA and USSR to man's more recent co operation in making the International Space
Station such a success. In between, the development of the Space Shuttle, the unmanned exploration of
the solar system and the planned colonisation of Mars are also featured.
Featuring important facts, timelines and breakout stories, The Pace Race also has many related activities
that will inspire young readers to learn about their world and take responsibility for their own learning.
The Space Race is a multi disciplinary, Stage 3 non f
