Astronaut Handbook - Paperback

FormatBook

Language English

ISBN-13 / SKU 9780399555466

About this item

by Meghan McCarthy (Author)

Do you have what it takes to be an astronaut? Blast off in this fun nonfiction picture book by the author of Pop! The Invention of Bubble Gum to find out!

With an appealing text and funny, brightly colored illustrations, Meghan McCarthy transports aspiring space travelers to astronaut school in her young nonfiction picture book. Take a ride on the "Vomit Comet" and learn how it feels to be weightless. Try a bite of astronaut food, such as delicious freeze-dried ice cream. Have your measurements taken--100 of your hand alone--for your very own space suit. Get ready for liftoff!

"McCarthy introduces the paraphernalia of rocket travel with a corollary, direct humor that understands and respects its audience." --Booklist

"This appealing book is sure to find a wide audience." --School Library Journal

Author Biography

Meghan McCarthy is the author-illustrator of many nonfiction picture books, including Earmuffs for Everyone!; The Adventures of Patty and the Big Red Bus; Strong Man; The Incredible Life of Balto; and Aliens Are Coming!. Learn more about Meghan and her books at Meghan-McCarthy.com.

Number of Pages: 40

Dimensions: 0.2 x 9.8 x 8.3 IN

Illustrated: Yes

Publication Date: January 03, 2017

Accelerated Reader:

Quiz Name: Astronaut Handbook

Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3

Reading Level: 5.2

Point Value: 0.5

$14.71

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