Bibliograph

The astronaut's guide to leaving the planet, by Terry Virts ; illustrated by Andrés Lozano

Type

Label

The astronaut's guide to leaving the planet, by Terry Virts ; illustrated by Andrés Lozano

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Intended audience

Ages 10 and up, Workman PublishingGrades 4-6, Workman Publishing

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The astronaut's guide to leaving the planet

Oclc number

1374831217

Responsibility statement

by Terry Virts ; illustrated by Andrés Lozano

Summary

"A kid's guide to leaving the planet from someone who's done it! Former astronaut Terry Virts guides readers through the practical elements of becoming an astronaut, along with the wonders (and challenges!) of space travel. With insider information on training, piloting a ship, and working in space, readers and aspiring astronauts will be inspired to start their own journey to the stars. This practical guide is full of valuable wisdom and insight that will guide the astronaut candidates of tomorrow!"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Space, according to an astronaut -- How we left the planet : early space travel -- The journey to launch : training -- Blast off! : launch -- Life in space -- The view from up here -- Don't look down : spacewalking -- Re-entry -- The next mission -- Your training begins here

Target audience

juvenile

Classification