Who owns the moon? and other conundrums of exploring and using space

"Are you ready for your first trip to the Moon? Today's teens may travel to multiple planets and moons in their lifetimes. This book is a primer on what to know for a future in space. It combines technology and science with law and policy for a fascinating look at a very timely subject"--

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Main Authors: Levinson, Cynthia (Author), Swanson, Jennifer (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: Atlanta : Margaret Quinlin Books, Peachtree, [2025]
Edition:First edition.
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Summary:"Are you ready for your first trip to the Moon? Today's teens may travel to multiple planets and moons in their lifetimes. This book is a primer on what to know for a future in space. It combines technology and science with law and policy for a fascinating look at a very timely subject"--
Physical Description:202 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 27 cm
Audience:Ages 12 and Up
Grades 7-9
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (page 190-198) and index.
ISBN:9781682635377
1682635376
Author Notes:Cynthia Levinson , winner of the Robert F. Sibert Medal and many other accolades, is the author of numerous nonfiction books for young readers, including the highly praised Fault Lines in the Constitution, cowritten with her husband, constitutional scholar Sanford Levinson. A former teacher and educational policy consultant, Cynthia is drawn to topics in history, law, policy, and, especially, social justice. Who Owns the Moon? grew out of her curiosity about the laws governing our activities in space and concern for international cooperation and equity. Cynthia and her husband divide their time between Austin and Boston. CynthiaLevinson.com

Jennifer Swanson is an award-winning author of over fifty nonfiction books for children, primarily about science and technology, including Save the Crash-test Dummies published by Peachtree. A former science teacher, she is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and holds a Masters in Elementary Science Education from Walden University. Jennifer is the creator and co-host of the Solve It! for Kids Podcast and has established herself as a social media influencer, especially for information about space, directed to kids. She lives in Florida with her husband and their dog, Tibs. JenniferSwansonBooks.com