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  NASA Programs in the 1970s: The...

  Editors Charles River

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  Space exploration was always an expensive business, and throughout NASA’s history, the agency has had to justify to Congress its need for every dollar it intended to spend. This problem has helped NASA to be more careful and more creative with the money they did receive, and scientists had to justify the equipment they wanted to include on each space probe. They had to justify the size and the power demand, too. If they wanted too much, the entire mission might be scrubbed, and all their work would have been for naught. This made planning and designs leaner and more efficient, as scientists and engineers were more careful with their recommendations. 
  In fact, the Pioneer program was the most diversified sequence of any of NASA’s programs, and though they’re now remembered for being among the first probes in history to reach the Outer Solar System, the elaborate planning changed goals several times over several years before resulting in historic successes. NASA had wanted to do a Grand Tour of the Solar System toward the end of the 1970s to take advantage of the scheduled alignment of planets, which meant the Pioneer missions were meant to be test runs prior to the main events (Voyager 1 and Voyager 2), and a great many things discovered by Pioneer 10 and Pioneer 11 were essential to the successful planning of the Voyager probes. 
  Voyager 1 and 2 have done far more than accomplish their original missions. In fact, they are now exploring interstellar space, far beyond the outer planets in the cold wasteland between the stars. Each spacecraft carries a copy of a golden record which contains an introduction to Earth, should some alien civilization happen to encounter either Voyager 1 or Voyager 2. In the first Star Trek movie, writers imagined just that, creating a story of a Voyager spacecraft being captured and adapted for its own uses.

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  Rock Paper Incisors - A Skunk...

  Amy Timberlake

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  Shake off the hibernation blues with odd-couple friends Skunk and Badger in this funny and bestselling series, from Amy Timberlake and Jon Klassen!   Skunk and Badger have an easy roommate rhythm—Skunk cooks! Badger cleans!—when they take in two orphaned rat pups, Zeno and Zephyr. Badger is working on an Important Rock Work article for Rock Hound Weekly and needs focus, focus, focus to write it. But how much trouble could two tiny rats really be? Some scheduling, a few strategically placed naps, and all will be well! But it’s winter, and nothing goes to plan. Hibernation threatens every routine. Articles refuse to write themselves. And rats in the rock room? It will take a North Twist village to raise these rats! Featuring cozy drawings and full-color pictures by bestselling artist Jon Klassen, Amy Timberlake’s delightfully off-kilter adventure explores the complexity of friendship and the meaning of family in a wintery world where chickens wear parkas and Yard Sheep host spaghetti dinners. And wait! Is that a dinosaur?Don't miss Skunk and Badger's other adventures in:Skunk and BadgerEgg Marks the Spot

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  Lonely but Not Alone: A Guide to...

  Gayatri kumari

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  **Lonely but Not Alone: A Guide to Navigating Loneliness** 
  In today's hyper-connected world, more people than ever are feeling isolated and alone. "Lonely but Not Alone: A Guide to Navigating Loneliness" offers a compassionate and practical approach to understanding and overcoming feelings of loneliness. This insightful guide delves into the root causes of loneliness, exploring the emotional and social factors that contribute to this pervasive experience. 
  Through relatable stories, expert advice, and actionable steps, this book provides readers with the tools they need to build meaningful connections and find comfort in times of solitude. Whether you're struggling with social isolation, the loss of a loved one, or the challenges of modern life, this guide offers valuable insights and strategies to help you navigate the complexities of loneliness. 
  Discover how to cultivate deeper relationships, develop a stronger sense of self-worth, and find joy and fulfillment in your everyday life. "Lonely but Not Alone" is more than just a book; it's a companion for anyone seeking to turn loneliness into an opportunity for personal growth and connection.

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  When Grandfather Flew

  Patricia MacLachlan

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  ALA Notable Children's Recording "A few notes of birdsong create the perfect prelude to this heartwarming story, beautifully narrated by Katie Schorr and George Guidall. In the midst of birdcalls, fluttering wings, and other environmental sounds, a girl remembers her grandfather's passion for birds and for sharing that joy with his grandchildren. ..." AUDIOFILE MAGAZINE

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  Warriors: A Starless Clan #1: River

  Erin Hunter

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  A thrilling new adventure begins in Erin Hunter’s #1 bestselling Warriors series! 
  They have always lived by the code—but only change can keep the peace. 
  A new age is dawning on the warrior Clans. Now a new generation of warriors rises—one wrestling with the legacy of his great ancestor Firestar, one seeking to protect her troubled Clan, and one yearning to prove herself as a medicine cat—as leaders from all five Clans agree that the Warrior Code must be reformed. 
  But when tragedy strikes RiverClan, old fears will threaten the new peace… unless these three young cats can calm the coming storm. 
  This seventh epic Warriors series is full of action, intrigue, and adventure. This first book is the perfect introduction for new readers, while long-time fans will discover what unfolds after the events of The Broken Code. 
  Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

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  Truly Madly Sheeply - A Pumpkin...

  Heather Vogel Frederick

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  The Pumpkin Falls Private Eyes face a pumpkin snatcher and a haunted farm in the fourth and final “cozy mystery” (Booklist) of the Edgar Award–nominated middle grade series from the author of the beloved Mother-Daughter Book Club books. 
  It’s autumn in New England and Truly and her fellow Pumpkin Falls Private Eyes are gearing up for the annual Halloween Festival. Aunt True and her new husband, Rusty, have bought Ethel and Elmer Farnsworth’s dilapidated old farm on the edge of town, where they’re going to raise sheep and where Truly and her grandparents have volunteered to farm- and sheep-sit while the newlyweds are on their honeymoon. 
  But as always, there are mysteries and secrets afoot in Pumpkin Falls. Jack-o’-lanterns outside the shops downtown are going missing—in broad daylight! Plus, someone…or something…is trying to scare Truly’s aunt and uncle away from their new property with some seriously spooky hauntings. 
  With the arrival of Emilio, a new heartthrob student from Italy, and with Calhoun most definitely still in the picture, Truly has her hands full and will need all of her Private Eyes to help her solve the small town shenanigans this fall season.

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