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Survival in Space - (Everyone Can Be a Reader (Nonfiction)) by David Long (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Explore the inspiring biographies and gripping historical accounts of the true story books in the Everyone Can Be a Reader (Nonfiction) series, expertly designed to engage reluctant readers and provide an accessible reading experience for all.
- 8-12 Years
- 7.4" x 5.0" Paperback
- 88 Pages
- Juvenile Nonfiction, History
- Series Name: Everyone Can Be a Reader (Nonfiction)
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About the Book
"April 11, 1970, Apollo 13 was launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It should have landed on the moon. But when an explosion on board damaged the spacecraft, it became a dangerous, near-impossible fight for survival. Battling to get back to Earth, the astronauts on board traveled further into space than any humans had ever done before... In this thrilling retelling of the Apollo 13 mission, David Long shows how courage, determination and teamwork succeeded in beating all odds to bring the spacecraft home"--Book Synopsis
Explore the inspiring biographies and gripping historical accounts of the true story books in the Everyone Can Be a Reader (Nonfiction) series, expertly designed to engage reluctant readers and provide an accessible reading experience for all. April 11, 1970: Apollo 13 was launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It should have been the third manned Apollo mission to land on the moon. But when an explosion on board damaged the spacecraft, it became a perilous and near-impossible fight for survival. Battling to get back to Earth, the crew on board traveled further into space than any humans had done before . . . In this gripping retelling of the astonishing Apollo 13 mission, David Long shows how courage, determination and teamwork succeeded in beating all odds to bring the spacecraft home. Perfect for anyone seeking captivating middle grade books about historical adventures and overcoming challenges, the Everyone Can Be a Reader (Nonfiction) hi-lo book series presents accessible history books for kids in an easy-to-read style. Union Square & Co.'s EVERYONE CAN BE A READER books utilize dyslexia reading tools like specialized fonts and paper tones, and are carefully formatted to meet readers where they are with engaging stories that encourage reading success across a wide range of age and interest levels.Review Quotes
"This engagingly written story, accompanied by Tambellini's illustrations and fascinating facts about flight, has dyslexia-friendly fonts on tan-tinted pages, helpful for struggling readers."
-- BOOKLIST
About the Author
David Long is a journalist and author of nonfiction for both adults and children. His engaging books reflect his unquenchable thirst for fascinating stories from the past.Dimensions (Overall): 7.4 Inches (H) x 5.0 Inches (W) x .3 Inches (D)
Weight: .3 Pounds
Suggested Age: 8-12 Years
Number of Pages: 88
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: History
Series Title: Everyone Can Be a Reader (Nonfiction)
Publisher: Union Square Kids
Theme: United States, 20th Century
Format: Paperback
Author: David Long
Language: English
Street Date: January 14, 2025
TCIN: 1003143051
UPC: 9781454958604
Item Number (DPCI): 247-29-4280
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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