Author: Rhonda Gowler Greene
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1534138366
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
2020 New York State Reading Association Charlotte Award Master List In 1961, President John F. Kennedy issued a challenge to the nation: land astronauts on the moon by the end of the decade. The Apollo program was designed by NASA to meet that challenge, and on July 16, 1969, Apollo 11 lifted off from Kennedy Space Center carrying astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Edwin Aldrin. Apollo 11's prime mission objective: "Perform a manned lunar landing and return." Four days after take-off, the Lunar Module "Eagle," carrying Armstrong and Aldrin, separated from the Command Module "Columbia," and descended to the moon. Armstrong reported back to Houston's Command Center, "The Eagle has landed." America and the world watched in wonder and awe as a new chapter in space exploration opened. Through verse and informational text, author Rhonda Gowler Greene celebrates Apollo 11's historic moon landing.
The First Men Who Went to the Moon
Author: Rhonda Gowler Greene
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1534138366
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
2020 New York State Reading Association Charlotte Award Master List In 1961, President John F. Kennedy issued a challenge to the nation: land astronauts on the moon by the end of the decade. The Apollo program was designed by NASA to meet that challenge, and on July 16, 1969, Apollo 11 lifted off from Kennedy Space Center carrying astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Edwin Aldrin. Apollo 11's prime mission objective: "Perform a manned lunar landing and return." Four days after take-off, the Lunar Module "Eagle," carrying Armstrong and Aldrin, separated from the Command Module "Columbia," and descended to the moon. Armstrong reported back to Houston's Command Center, "The Eagle has landed." America and the world watched in wonder and awe as a new chapter in space exploration opened. Through verse and informational text, author Rhonda Gowler Greene celebrates Apollo 11's historic moon landing.
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1534138366
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
2020 New York State Reading Association Charlotte Award Master List In 1961, President John F. Kennedy issued a challenge to the nation: land astronauts on the moon by the end of the decade. The Apollo program was designed by NASA to meet that challenge, and on July 16, 1969, Apollo 11 lifted off from Kennedy Space Center carrying astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Edwin Aldrin. Apollo 11's prime mission objective: "Perform a manned lunar landing and return." Four days after take-off, the Lunar Module "Eagle," carrying Armstrong and Aldrin, separated from the Command Module "Columbia," and descended to the moon. Armstrong reported back to Houston's Command Center, "The Eagle has landed." America and the world watched in wonder and awe as a new chapter in space exploration opened. Through verse and informational text, author Rhonda Gowler Greene celebrates Apollo 11's historic moon landing.
Moon! Earth's Best Friend
Author: Stacy McAnulty
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
ISBN: 1250267501
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 21
Book Description
From writer Stacy McAnulty and illustrator Stevie Lewis, Moon! Earth's Best Friend is a light-hearted nonfiction picture book about the formation and history of the moon—told from the perspective of the moon itself. Meet Moon! She's more than just a rock—she’s Earth’s rock, her best friend she can always count on. Moon never turns her back on her friend (literally: she's always facing Earth with the same side!). These two will stick together forever. With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Moon in this next celestial "autobiography" in the Our Universe series. Rich with kid-friendly facts and beautifully brought to life by Stevie Lewis, this is an equally charming and irresistible companion to Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years and Sun! One in a Billion.
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
ISBN: 1250267501
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 21
Book Description
From writer Stacy McAnulty and illustrator Stevie Lewis, Moon! Earth's Best Friend is a light-hearted nonfiction picture book about the formation and history of the moon—told from the perspective of the moon itself. Meet Moon! She's more than just a rock—she’s Earth’s rock, her best friend she can always count on. Moon never turns her back on her friend (literally: she's always facing Earth with the same side!). These two will stick together forever. With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Moon in this next celestial "autobiography" in the Our Universe series. Rich with kid-friendly facts and beautifully brought to life by Stevie Lewis, this is an equally charming and irresistible companion to Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years and Sun! One in a Billion.
The Kid Who Went to the Moon
Author: Walter Levin
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781939758606
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
That's one small step for a kid, and one giant leap for kid-kind. James Gibson is 12 years old and only needs $2 million to convince NASA to let him go to the moon. It's not a regular thing for a kid to get $2 million. But James is no ordinary kid. Follow his adventure...from getting his weekly swirly in the school toilet from the neighborhood bully...all the way into outer space...in this exciting new novel, The Kid Who Went To The Moon.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781939758606
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
That's one small step for a kid, and one giant leap for kid-kind. James Gibson is 12 years old and only needs $2 million to convince NASA to let him go to the moon. It's not a regular thing for a kid to get $2 million. But James is no ordinary kid. Follow his adventure...from getting his weekly swirly in the school toilet from the neighborhood bully...all the way into outer space...in this exciting new novel, The Kid Who Went To The Moon.
Margaret and the Moon
Author: Dean Robbins
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0399551859
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
A true story from one of the Women of NASA! Margaret Hamilton loved numbers as a young girl. She knew how many miles it was to the moon (and how many back). She loved studying algebra and geometry and calculus and using math to solve problems in the outside world. Soon math led her to MIT and then to helping NASA put a man on the moon! She handwrote code that would allow the spacecraft’s computer to solve any problems it might encounter. Apollo 8. Apollo 9. Apollo 10. Apollo 11. Without her code, none of those missions could have been completed. Dean Robbins and Lucy Knisley deliver a lovely portrayal of a pioneer in her field who never stopped reaching for the stars.
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0399551859
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
A true story from one of the Women of NASA! Margaret Hamilton loved numbers as a young girl. She knew how many miles it was to the moon (and how many back). She loved studying algebra and geometry and calculus and using math to solve problems in the outside world. Soon math led her to MIT and then to helping NASA put a man on the moon! She handwrote code that would allow the spacecraft’s computer to solve any problems it might encounter. Apollo 8. Apollo 9. Apollo 10. Apollo 11. Without her code, none of those missions could have been completed. Dean Robbins and Lucy Knisley deliver a lovely portrayal of a pioneer in her field who never stopped reaching for the stars.
Neil, Buzz, and Mike Go to the Moon
Author:
Publisher: Boyds Mills Press
ISBN: 9781590782934
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
On May 25, 1961, President John F. Kennedy set a goal for the nation: to put a man on the moon before the end of the decade. Eight years later, on July 20, 1969, the world heard Neil Armstrong announce, "The "Eagle has landed." Here is the exciting story of "Apollo 11 and the three men who made the historic flight to the moon: Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins. When they were boys, each had dreamed of flying planes. Their dreams came true when they joined the United States military, flying and testing new types of aircraft. Finally, they became members of a select group of flyers called the Astronaut Corps, which would venture into space. From Project Mercury, whose goal was to put a single astronaut in orbit, to Project Apollo, whose goal was to put an astronaut on the moon, Richard Hilliard's lively picture book, featuring, a simple text, bold illustrations, and informative sidebars, follows the inspiring journey of three genuine heroes.
Publisher: Boyds Mills Press
ISBN: 9781590782934
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
On May 25, 1961, President John F. Kennedy set a goal for the nation: to put a man on the moon before the end of the decade. Eight years later, on July 20, 1969, the world heard Neil Armstrong announce, "The "Eagle has landed." Here is the exciting story of "Apollo 11 and the three men who made the historic flight to the moon: Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins. When they were boys, each had dreamed of flying planes. Their dreams came true when they joined the United States military, flying and testing new types of aircraft. Finally, they became members of a select group of flyers called the Astronaut Corps, which would venture into space. From Project Mercury, whose goal was to put a single astronaut in orbit, to Project Apollo, whose goal was to put an astronaut on the moon, Richard Hilliard's lively picture book, featuring, a simple text, bold illustrations, and informative sidebars, follows the inspiring journey of three genuine heroes.
Man on the Moon
Author: Simon Bartram
Publisher: Templar Publishing
ISBN: 1783707364
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
2017 is the 15th anniversary of the creation of Bob, Man on the Moon, celebrate with this anniversary edition. Enjoy the stunning artwork Simon Bartram has become famous for. Bob is everyone's favourite man on the moon; follow him on his daily adventures. Bob has a special job - looking after the moon. He keeps it clean and entertains passing space tourists as well as giving guided tours. He knows everything about the moon and that there is definitely no such thing as aliens!
Publisher: Templar Publishing
ISBN: 1783707364
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
2017 is the 15th anniversary of the creation of Bob, Man on the Moon, celebrate with this anniversary edition. Enjoy the stunning artwork Simon Bartram has become famous for. Bob is everyone's favourite man on the moon; follow him on his daily adventures. Bob has a special job - looking after the moon. He keeps it clean and entertains passing space tourists as well as giving guided tours. He knows everything about the moon and that there is definitely no such thing as aliens!
Space Encyclopedia
Author: David A. Aguilar
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426309481
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
A tour of outer space explores the solar system as well as stars, galaxies, and the birth of planets, and speculates on whether other intelligent beings exist in the universe.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426309481
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
A tour of outer space explores the solar system as well as stars, galaxies, and the birth of planets, and speculates on whether other intelligent beings exist in the universe.
The Man Who Went to the Far Side of the Moon
Author: Bea Uusma Schyffert
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9780811840071
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
A biography of the astronaut, Michael Collins, who circled the moon in the Apollo 12 space capsule while his colleagues Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed the lunar module and walked on the moon.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9780811840071
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
A biography of the astronaut, Michael Collins, who circled the moon in the Apollo 12 space capsule while his colleagues Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed the lunar module and walked on the moon.
My Little Golden Book About the First Moon Landing
Author: Charles Lovitt
Publisher: Golden Books
ISBN: 0525580077
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
The exciting story of the Apollo 11 mission! In this engaging Little Golden Book, preschoolers will enjoy the fascinating story behind what happened on July 20, 1969, when two human beings walked on the moon for the very first time. Little ones will learn about the rocket Saturn V, the command module Columbia, and of course the famous lunar lander Eagle, and how they each served to send astronauts into space. Kids will learn who the astronauts were and how they were chosen for the mission. And they'll hear Neil Armstrong's unforgettable words in his message back to Earth: "one giant leap for mankind." Fun facts about the astronauts' space suits and their work in space round out this exciting picture book.
Publisher: Golden Books
ISBN: 0525580077
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
The exciting story of the Apollo 11 mission! In this engaging Little Golden Book, preschoolers will enjoy the fascinating story behind what happened on July 20, 1969, when two human beings walked on the moon for the very first time. Little ones will learn about the rocket Saturn V, the command module Columbia, and of course the famous lunar lander Eagle, and how they each served to send astronauts into space. Kids will learn who the astronauts were and how they were chosen for the mission. And they'll hear Neil Armstrong's unforgettable words in his message back to Earth: "one giant leap for mankind." Fun facts about the astronauts' space suits and their work in space round out this exciting picture book.
I Want to Go to the Moon
Author: Tom Saunders
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781897476567
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From the time Neil Armstrong took his first small steps and said his first words, he wanted to travel in space. Although everyone told him it was impossible, he never gave up. Tom Saunders' lilting lyrics tell the story of Armstrong's life, right up to the 'small step' and 'giant leap'. Brought to life by the award-winning illustrator Cynthia Nugent, his story will inspire children and their parents alike.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781897476567
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From the time Neil Armstrong took his first small steps and said his first words, he wanted to travel in space. Although everyone told him it was impossible, he never gave up. Tom Saunders' lilting lyrics tell the story of Armstrong's life, right up to the 'small step' and 'giant leap'. Brought to life by the award-winning illustrator Cynthia Nugent, his story will inspire children and their parents alike.