"This series examines the history and science of space exploration. It also delves into the careers and technological advancements associated with this exciting field of study." -- Amazon.com.

Includes index.

Earth from space -- Satellite set-up -- Electric eyes in space -- Weather trackers -- Monitoring climate change -- The natural world by satellite -- Satellites and the city -- Communicating by satellite -- Navigating by satellite -- Making the grade -- A day in space -- Future watch -- Test your knowledge.