astronauts

Presents an introduction to the history of space exploration, in simple text with illustrations, including information on the achievements of some of the astronauts who have participated in the space program.

A child whose grandfather was an astronaut always asks Grandpa for a bedtime story in which the two of them blast off for the moon together.

An introduction to space explorers that provides information on the equipment they use, the information they gather, and the future of space exploration and profiles influential space explorers.

Illustrations, maps, photographs, and text offer an overview of the history space exploration, profiling influential people, developments, and discoveries.

Describes the training and duties of astronauts who work in space shuttles and space stations, as well as how they spend their free time while in space.

Presents a short biography of Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman in space, and chronicles her life, education, dreams of becoming an astronaut, and training as part of the "Discovery" team.

Discusses the life and training as an astronaut of Neil Armstrong, the first man to set foot on the moon.

Describes the various steps necessary for an astronaut to prepare for a flight into space and follows astronaut Linda Gardner as she trains for her space shuttle mission.

Text and accompanying photographs provide insight into the training and preparation involved in the space flights by astronaunts. Covers the eight days spent in space by the crew members of the space shuttle Discovery, which included the author's sister, Roberta.

Biographies of America's astronauts with a history of the space program.