| Endurance, Young Readers Edition: My Year in Space and How I Got There Contributor(s): Kelly, Scott (Author) |
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ISBN: 1524764272 ISBN-13: 9781524764272 Publisher: Yearling Books OUR PRICE: $8.09 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2020 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Science & Technology - Juvenile Nonfiction | Technology - Aeronautics, Astronautics & Space Science - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Astronomy |
| Dewey: B |
| Lexile Measure: 1070 |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 5.4" W x 8.2" (0.70 lbs) 320 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 198094 Reading Level: 7.3 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 13.0 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Discover what it's like to spend a year in space in this awe-inspiring memoir from a real-life NASA astronaut who did just that Prepare to blast off with astronaut Scott Kelly as he takes readers on a journey through his year aboard the International Space Station and his life prior to becoming a true American hero. Discover the extreme challenges of long-term spaceflight, the pressures of living in close quarters with people from many countries, the extremely dangerous risk of colliding with space junk and the unnerving feeling of not being able to help if tragedy strikes at home. Kelly's struggles in school and how he overcame them after a book sparked his dream to become a test pilot and astronaut prove it's never too late to find your path. This personal and fascinating story, newly adapted for young readers from the New York Times bestseller, will encourage aspiring astronauts of all ages to believe in the impossible and reach for the stars. An engaging and high-flying read for nonfiction and space lovers alike. --School Library Journal Those who are intrigued by space travel will find this a fascinating book. --Booklist Recommend this to readers who are interested in current events and anyone who wants an in-depth look at a STEM-related career. --VOYA |