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Guardians of the International Space Station

Guardians of the International Space Station

by Hubbard, Martha

ISBN: 9798892601665

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The U.S. Space Force is the United States’ newest military branch. Among its many duties is supporting the International Space Station. More than a dozen nations, including the United States, share this orbiting spacecraft which is used for scientific research and technology development. Some Space Force guardians have traveled to the ISS as astronauts, but most guardians support the ISS from miles away on Earth. Part of The U.S. Space Force series, Guardians of the International Space Station discusses the history of the ISS and the Space Force’s role in keeping the structure and everyone aboard it safe.

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  • Copyright: 2025
    Imprint:     Mitchell Lane
    Category:     Nonfiction

    Interest Level:

    • Middle

    Reading Level:

    • Grade 5

    AR Title: No Suggest AR Quiz for this book here.

  • Book Features:

    • Full-color photographs
    • Further Resources
    • Glossary
    • High Interest, Low Readability (Hi-Lo)
    • Index
    • Interesting facts
    • Table of Contents

    Dewey Number: 520.0
    Page Count:     48
    Trim:     6 1/2 x 9 1/4

Reviews and Awards for Guardians of the International Space Station

Gr 4-6–Comprehensive introductions to the roles and technology of the United States Space Force are presented in the six informative volumes. Readers learn that the United States Space Force was formed in 2019 to secure the nation’s interests in space. The requirements for becoming a guardian are presented, as well as the technology used. Guardians can detect missile launches with satellite-based infrared systems that warn others of impending attacks. The Delta 9 Unit, aka “the Stormbringers,” protect satellites from attacks from other nations. The Space Force also protects the International Space Station, whose functions are detailed. The narratives are factual and those with an interest in this newest branch of the United States armed forces will find them useful. Technology buffs will be fascinated by the modern marvels employed. Colorful photographs complement the texts.

VERDICT: The data contained in these up-to-date volumes will be of value to report writers and to those interested in space technology. Selectors should consider."
--School Library Journal, April 1, 2025

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The U.S. Space Force is an informative book series about the United States’ newest military branch. From how the Space Force was created to the technology it uses to keep the nation safe, these books answer the questions young people have about what Space Force Guardians do. These men and women are tasked with protecting U.S. interests far beyond the realm of any other armed forces groups. With striking color photographs, a fun Find Out More section, and a useful index, this series discusses what is involved in joining and serving in the U.S. Space Force, and why this military branch is so vital in the modern era.