astronauts

An introduction to the life of Mae Jemison, engineer, physician, and astronaut.

Describes what it is like to be an astronaut, some of the ways to prepare for this career, and the work in various related jobs.

An introduction to the life of astronaut Neil Armstrong, who was the first man on the moon.

An introduction to astronauts that examines their tasks, clothing, tools, and education.

Rhythmic text depicts astronauts exploring outer space, making lunar landings, repairing satellites, and more.

A biography of former American astronaut, Neil Armstrong, who, in 1969, became the first man to walk on the moon.

When her mother goes on a NASA mission, Cat is sent to live with her father, stepsister Olivia, and younger brother Geoffrey, but an inept fairy godmother causes toads to appear when Cat speaks and gems to fall from Olivia's mouth.

Examines the life and accomplishments of Neil Armstrong, who was the first man to walk on the surface of the Earth's moon in 1969.

Examines the life and career of Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman to become an astronaut, and provides facts about the U.S. space program.

"Astrid has loved the stars and space for as long as she can remember. 'I want to be an astronaut!' she says to everyone who will listen. While her mama is away, Astrid and her papa have fun acting out the challenges an astronaut faces on a space mission--like being in zero gravity ('I can do that all day long!' she says), eating food from a kind of tube, and doing science experiments with the help of cookie sheets. When at last it's time to meet Mama at the air base,Astrid wears her favorite space T-shirt to greet her. But where exactly has Mama been?"--Provided by publisher.