An out-of-this-world exploration of the 1969 Moon landing from
children's science expert Seymour Simon! This nonfiction picture
book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular
for children ages 6 to 8. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a
supplement for activity books for children.
In July of 1969, NASA sent the Apollo 11 spacecraft to the Moon. Inside
were three people: Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins.
They went into lunar orbit a few days later. More than a hundred hours
after launch, the word came back: "The Eagle has landed!"
In this exciting account of the famous 1969 Moon landing, award-winning
science writer Seymour Simon tells the story of the Space Race between
the US and the Soviet Union; recalls how families across the world sat
captivated in front of their TVs to witness humankind's first steps
beyond Earth; and explains much of the science and technology that got
our astronauts to the Moon on that remarkable day.
Perfect for young scholars' school reports, Destination: Moon features
clear text, vibrantly colored pages, engaging sidebars, and stunning
full-color photographs. This book includes an author's note, a glossary,
a timeline, and an index and supports the Common Core State Standards.