Floating Home
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Book Overview
Picture book fiction that accurately depicts the launch of the Space Shuttle--from the eyes of an eight-year-old astronaut! Ever wonder what it would be like to be an astronaut? In Floating Home, eight-year-old Maxine finds out when she becomes the world's first child astronaut. Written in David Getz's familiar compact and engaging style, Floating Home gives kids a chance to journey to space and see the earth in a different light. Michael Rex's illustrations complement the text as they aptly depict the Space Shuttle and all of Maxine's gear. The flair and wit of Michael Rex's art offsets David Getz's deadpan tone to make a child-appealing combination.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0805044973
ISBN13:9780805044973
Release Date:April 1997
Publisher:Henry Holt & Company
Length:34 Pages
Weight:1.00 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 9.3" x 11.3"
Age Range:5 to 10 years
Grade Range:Kindergarten to Grade 5
Customer Reviews
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Great story and great accurate information
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
I love this book (as does my 3 yr old son). Its the story of a 8 yr olds space shuttle trip to draw her "home" from a new perspective. I really like that it is a great story but also has completely accurate detailed information about a trip on the space shuttle -- it gives a great description of what blasting off might feel like. Any child fascinated by space will love this book.
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