NASA astronaut Scott Kelly was the first to spend an entire year in
space! Discover his awe-inspiring journey in this fascinating picture
book memoir (the perfect companion to his adult book Endurance) that
takes readers from Scott's childhood as an average student to his
record-breaking year among the stars.
Scott Kelly wasn't sure what he wanted to be when he grew up. He
struggled in school and often got in trouble with his twin brother,
Mark.
Then one day Scott discovered a book about test pilots and astronauts
that set him on a new path.
His new focus led him to fly higher and higher, becoming first a pilot
and then an astronaut, along with his brother--the first twin astronauts
in history. But his greatest accomplishment of all was commanding the
International Space Station and spending nearly a year in space, which
set the record for the longest spaceflight by an American.
This story of an ordinary boy who grew up to do extraordinary things is
perfect for children, fans of Scott's adult book Endurance: A Year in
Space, A Lifetime of Discovery, aspiring astronauts, and anyone who has
ever tried to defy the odds. It will amaze and inspire you.