Moon Mission: The Epic 400-Year Journey to Apollo 11 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781525300363)

This riveting narrative told from the astronauts' points of view offers a unique approach to the story behind Apollo 11's successful --- though nearly disastrous --- 1969 moon landing. Readers are brought along on the ride of a lifetime, as they relive every step of the mission, including the nail-biting (and relatively unknown) crucial moments when it came close to failure. From ignition to moon walk to splashdown, the story is structured in eleven exciting episodes. And, setting this book apart, each episode is linked to the innovations and discoveries from the past four centuries that made it possible --- from Copernicus to Einstein, the sextant to Velcro. It's a new perspective on an epic journey, and the science, technology, engineering and math that set it in motion!

Bestselling and award-winning author Sigmund Brouwer offers children an original look at the historic feat that captivated the world in July of 1969. The information is thoroughly researched and includes NASA-sourced photographs throughout. Highly readable and with a compelling modern graphic design, this engaging book is sure to generate interest among a broad range of readers. At the same time, it's teeming with math, engineering, science and technology lessons that give young readers the opportunity to make the connections between what they learn in school and awesome things that happened in the real world. There are strong curriculum links here, including earth and space systems, physical sciences, chemistry, math, engineering, technology and applied science, as well as history.

Author: Sigmund Brouwer
ISBN-10: 1525300369
ISBN-13: 9781525300363
Publisher: Kids Can Press
Language: English
Published: 05/07/2019
Pages: 128
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.10h x 7.10w x 0.60d

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 02/01/2019
Publishers Weekly 04/08/2019
School Library Journal 07/01/2019 pg. 59
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2019 - Recommended, Satisfactory