Bibliograph

The book of blast off!, 15 real-life space missions, written by Timothy Knapman ; illustrated by Nik Henderson

Type

Label

The book of blast off!, 15 real-life space missions, written by Timothy Knapman ; illustrated by Nik Henderson

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The book of blast off!

Oclc number

1382529721

Responsibility statement

written by Timothy Knapman ; illustrated by Nik Henderson

Sub title

15 real-life space missions

Summary

"3 . . . 2 . . . 1 . . . Blast off! Embark on a journey into space aboard rockets, space capsules, satellites, rovers, and more. Simple rhyming text and engaging illustrations introduce children to the space crafts and missions that changed the way we understand the universe. Kids will also meet some of the inspiring astronauts who carried out the missions from John Glenn and Neil Armstrong to Charles Bolden, Jessica Meir, and Christina Koch. A delightful read at bedtime or any time a child wants to reach for the stars. Missions included are: Sputnik 1; Friendship 7; Mariner 4; Apollo 11; Apollo 13; Voyager 1; Hubble Telescope; Galileo; Cassini-Huygens; International Space Station (inaugural mission); Kepler Telescope; Rosetta Probe; International Space Station (all-female space walk); Perseverance Rover; Artemis." -- Amazon.com

Target audience

pre adolescent

Classification