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Christa McAuliffe, teacher in space Christa McAuliffe, teacher in space Corinne J. Naden The first private American citizen chosen to go on a space flight, Christa McAuliffe, lost her life when the Challenger exploded just after liftoff. Describes her special interest in the space progra… OL14856463W
Space challenger Space challenger James Haskins A biography of Guy Bluford, the first black American in space, part of the crew of the space shuttle "Challenger" on its August 1983 flight. OL14865461W
John Glenn John Glenn Sneed B. Collard "A juvenile biography of John Glenn, American astronaut"--Provided by publisher. OL15036026W
The life of an astronaut The life of an astronaut Niki Walker This book describes the requirements, training, tasks, and duties of astronauts and covers such topics as operating a spacecraft and living in space. OL16026283W
Valentina Tereshkova Valentina Tereshkova Heather Feldman A biography of the Russian astronaut who was the first woman in space. OL16027110W
Women in space Women in space Carole S. Briggs Profiles the lives of many of the women who have been included in space programs in the United States, Russia, Canada, and Japan, describes their training, and highlights their achievements. OL1803024W
The astronauts The astronauts Dinah L. Moché Describes various craft in space such as a spaceship and space station and discusses activities of astronauts as they prepared for and travel in space. OL1942831W
I am Neil Armstrong I am Neil Armstrong Brad Meltzer,Christopher Eliopoulos "A biography of Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon"-- OL19667054W
Astronauts Astronauts Christiane Engel Blast off on an adventure to the International Space Station! Join the astronauts on their long journey and learn how they work, eat, and sleep in this zero-gravity atmosphere. With the fun interacti… OL19746137W
Go for liftoff! Go for liftoff! Williams, Dave Find out what it takes to become an astronaut from someone who knows! OL20055333W
Ground Control to Major Tim Ground Control to Major Tim Clive Gifford 1 volume ; 27 cm OL20109399W
Totally wacky facts about exploring space Totally wacky facts about exploring space Emma Carlson Berne Presents more than 100 wild and wacky facts about space exploration. OL20880191W
How to draw cartoon spacecraft and astronauts in action How to draw cartoon spacecraft and astronauts in action Curt Visca,Kelley Visca Provides facts about the space program, as well as step-by-step instructions for drawing cartoons of spacecraft and astronauts. Turn students imaginations loose in outer space with this thrilling and… OL20889520W
Chris Hadfield and the living on the International Space Station Chris Hadfield and the living on the International Space Station Andrew Langley "Join Chris Hadfield living on the International Space Station! This book examines the extraordinary life of one of the most popular astronauts, from his early life to the six months he spent living … OL22313116W
Joe Acaba Joe Acaba Colleen Hord A biography of teacher and astronaut Joe Acaba, the first astronaut of Puerto Rican heritage to go into space. OL22635420W
Neil Armstrong Neil Armstrong Jim Ollhoff Introduces readers to Neil Armstrong, the great explorer who was the first person to walk on the moon. OL23173164W
Aerospace Aerospace J. M Skogen Presents profiles of women who broke barriers in the field of aerospace by becoming pilots and astronauts. OL24246995W
I Want to Be an Astronaut I Want to Be an Astronaut Byron Barton A young child thinks about what it would be like to be an astronaut and go out on a mission into space. OL2463687W
Astronauts Astronauts Tami Deedrick An introduction to astronauts that examines their tasks, clothing, tools, and education. OL2705312W
I can be an astronaut I can be an astronaut Alex Appleby Simple text and photographs describe what it takes to make it to space as an astronaut. OL27734640W
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