Synopses & Reviews
A lively, rhythmical story and detailed illustrations take readers on a trip to the International Space Station, where astronauts work, sleep, and walk in space! This great read-aloud includes the latest information (verified by NASA staff) about the ISS. Fact-filled and fun, this story will send young minds soaring.
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"A good introduction to the International Space Station for very young children just beginning to look beyond the stratosphere." Kirkus Reviews, January 15, 2014
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"This look at life on the International Space Station is simple and cheerful, just right for the youngest of aspiring space travelers. . .The minimal text is clean and clear. . ." School Library Journal, February 1, 2014
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"From the writer and illustrator of Dig Those Dinosaurs comes this appealing book that offers glimpses of life aboard the International Space Station. . . A good introductory book for young space fans." Booklist, January 1, 2014
Synopsis
Blast off into the sky and visit the International Space Station A lively, rhythmical story and detailed illustrations take readers on a trip to the ISS, where astronauts sleep zipped up and walk in space. This great read-aloud includes information (verified by NASA staff) about the ISS. Fact-filled and fun, this story will send young minds soaring.
Synopsis
Rhythmical story text and illustrations follow a crew of astronauts as they blast off from Earth to work at the International Space Station.
About the Author
Lori Haskins Houran is a children's book editor and the author of several books for young children, including Dig Those Dinosaurs and Busy Days. She lives in Palm Beach, Florida. Francisca Marquez teamed up previously with Lori Haskins Houran for Dig Those Dinosaurs. She lives in England.