This title introduces readers to the job of astronaut. A short history of the profession is included as are famous astronauts such as Yuri Gagarin, Neil Armstrong, and Alan Shepard. Job duties of various NASA astronauts are covered, such as commander, pilot, mission specialist, and payload specialist, as are non-NASA positions in companies such as SpaceX, Virgin Galactic, and Orbital Science. Equipment needed to do the job right is discussed, as are...
Format:Library Binding
Language:English
ISBN:1624037569
ISBN13:9781624037566
Release Date:August 2015
Publisher:A&d Xtreme
Length:32 Pages
Weight:0.50 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 7.1" x 9.1"
Age Range:8 to 14 years
Grade Range:Grades 3 to 9
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