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★ ""Photographs, scientific graphics, and factual insets abound in this simplified depiction of complex topics that encourages readers to ask their own questions about international space travel and, perhaps, pursue answers while forging intergalactic careers themselves.""—Booklist, Starred Review ★ ""An engaging look at the past, present, and future of space exploration and the challenges it poses. . . Informative, accessible, and compelling.""—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review   ""An approachable work about the ethical and political challenges surrounding cosmic exploration.""—Publishers Weekly

Photographs, scientific graphics, and factual insets abound in this simplified depiction of complex topics that encourages readers to ask their own questions about international space travel and, perhaps, pursue answers while forging intergalactic careers themselves. —Booklist (starred review) An engaging look at the past, present, and future of space exploration and the challenges it poses. . . Informative, accessible, and compelling. —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Levinson and Swanson write with such excitement and expertise. . . . A highly recommended addition to all YA nonfiction collections. —School Library Journal An approachable work about the ethical and political challenges surrounding cosmic exploration. —Publishers Weekly

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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

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