Download or read book Grandpa was an Astronaut written by Jonathan Meres and published by Barrington Stoke. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grandparents take centre stage in this charming tale as a young boy and his grandfather let their imaginations take flight for an afternoon of space exploration, with beautiful artwork from Hannah Coulson. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all. Sherman loves the moon and he loves his grandpa even more - who has actually been to the moon! Grandpa was an astronaut and has a chunk of moon rock on his mantlepiece. Playing space games with Grandpa is one of Sherman's most favourite things ever so he's thrilled to hear that's exactly what a visit to Grandpa will involve. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

Download or read book Grandpa Takes Me to the Moon written by Timothy R. Gaffney and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A child whose grandfather was an astronaut always asks Grandpa for a bedtime story in which the two of them blast off for the moon together.

Download or read book Grandpa Goes to Mars written by Teena Raffa-Mulligan and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Grandpa Takes Me to the Moon written by Timothy R. Gaffney and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 1996-08-22 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's been many years since Grandpa rocketed to the moon on an Apollo spacecraft, but his grandchild still loves to hear about it. Whenever Grandpa visits, they share a bedtime story in which the two of them blast off together. "Striking....Root captures especially well the camaraderie between the two moon walkers....This book makes a momentous and remote event engagingly accessible."--Publishers Weekly.

Download or read book Grandpa s Astronaut Training Camp written by Madeline Ward and and published by . This book was released on 2021-08-31 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a story about Grandpa's Astronaut Training Camp and Maddie, his five year old Granddaughter, and her experiences moving from "Cadet" status to "Astronaut". The end result is to prepare Maddie for the rigors of space travel and living on the planet Mars. This book is for fun and to inspire Grandpa's to prepare their Grandchildren for a bold future.

Download or read book Nathan and Grandpa s Book of Space written by Nathan Williams and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-09-06 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nathan is six years old. He wants to be a space scientist when he grows up. He wanted to share what he knows about space with everyone. He narrated it to Grandpa and did some drawings to go with it. This is his story of space.

Download or read book Grandfather and the Moon written by Stéphanie Lapointe and published by Groundwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2017-05-01 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An award-winning graphic novel from Quebec — for fans of Jane, the Fox and Me and A Year Without Mom This moving graphic novel tells the story of the affection between a girl and her grandfather. When the grandfather withdraws in grief after his wife dies, the girl is determined to live life fully herself and enters an extraordinary contest — the result is a sensitive portrayal of pursuing a dream. Grandfather, a man of few words, is devastated when his beloved wife succumbs to cancer, and he sinks into depression. His granddaughter (“Mémère,” as he calls her) has a different response. She decides to enter the Who Will Go to the Moon Contest, and when she actually wins, she hopes that Grandfather will be proud of her. She embarks on the thrilling journey and at first it is wonderful, but just as she is about to reach the moon, her journey takes an unexpected turn. Written by Stéphanie Lapointe and beautifully illustrated by Rogé, this imaginative graphic novel explores intergenerational relationships, love, death, dreams and illusions. Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.1 Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.6 Describe how a narrator's or speaker's point of view influences how events are described.

Download or read book Satellite written by Nick Lake and published by Ember. This book was released on 2019-04-23 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A teenage boy born in space makes his first trip to Earth in this engrossing sci-fi adventure for fans of The Martian from award-winning author Nick Lake. He’s going to a place he’s never been before: home. Moon 2 is a space station that orbits approximately 250 miles above Earth. It travels 17,500 miles an hour, making one full orbit every ninety minutes. It’s also the only home that fifteen-year-old Leo and two other teens have ever known. Born and raised on Moon 2, Leo and the twins, Orion and Libra, are finally old enough and strong enough to endure the dangerous trip to Earth. They’ve been “parented” by teams of astronauts since birth and have run countless drills to ready themselves for every conceivable difficulty they might face on the flight. But has anything really prepared them for life on terra firma? Because while the planet may be home to billions of people, living there is more treacherous than Leo and his friends could ever have imagined, and their very survival will mean defying impossible odds.

Download or read book The Lost Astronaut written by D. J. Coning and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2017-09-19 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A space traveler lives out his recurring nightmare foretelling the impending destruction of Earth—and the horrific fate of humankind. Raised by his grandparents on a Midwestern farm, Jag is selected as one of twelve prodigy students enrolled in the first-ever Space University on board the International Space Station. There he competes against fellow classmates to create an invention that will propel humanity into intergalactic travel. Overcome with jealousy, a fellow classmate sabotages Jag’s creation and sends him spiraling into deep space, where he is enslaved by ruthless pirates, sent to prison for a crime he didn’t commit, and put in a position where he ultimately holds the salvation of Earth in his hands. Can Jag overcome his bitterness and forgive those who harmed him in time to save humanity?

Download or read book Astronaut PiggyWiggy written by Diane Fox and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2002-02-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: PiggyWiggy, his beloved toy, Teddy and all their friends sample space flight con brio! They are properly outfitted, they know how to make repairs to their spaceship, and they are eager to make friends with aliens. They are, in fact, nearly ideal astronauts- trained and ready and fit -as long as they get back to Earth in time for breakfast!

Download or read book Grandpa Len and the Echo Balloon written by Ron Jaffe and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-30 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A remembrance of how a beloved grandfather's work in NASA's early days left a lasting and important legacy. Presented as an illustrated children's book.

Download or read book Grandpa Bear s Fantastic Scarf written by Gillian Heal and published by Aladdin/Beyond Words. This book was released on 1997-04-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A wise old bear teaches his grandson about how to approach life and happiness, using the scarf he weaves each day as a metaphor.

Download or read book Grandpa s Space Adventure written by Paul Newman and published by Random House Australia. This book was released on 2018-07 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join the creative team behind best-selling picture book Grandpa's Big Adventure on a new voyage full of out-of-this-world delights and cosmic dangers. This time Grandpa and his grandson explore a new fear - the dark. But through Grandpa's hilarious jokes and tall tales, his grandson discovers the amazing things you can see at night-time.

Download or read book Grandpa s Adventures in the U S Navy written by Jerry Werner and published by . This book was released on 2024-05-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Grandpa's Adventures in the US Navy: Soul Searching on the Way to Mars" by Jerry Werner is a captivating memoir that takes readers on an extraordinary journey through the life of the author, Jerry Werner. This book, set against the backdrop of rural Wisconsin in the 1950s and 60s, chronicles Jerry's inspiring quest to become an astronaut, his determination to overcome daunting odds, and his unwavering pursuit of a dream that seemed out of reach. The narrative begins with a vivid description of a young Jerry lying under the starry skies of west-central Wisconsin in 1961, marveling at the universe above and dreaming of exploring the cosmos. Fueled by his fascination with space and inspired by the ongoing space race, Jerry sets his sights on becoming an astronaut despite lacking the advantages and connections that many aspiring astronauts possess. Throughout the book, Jerry reflects on the challenges and obstacles he faces, both external and internal. He grapples with detractors who doubt his abilities and confronts societal expectations that attempt to limit his ambitions. Nevertheless, he finds support and encouragement from his parents and leverages his firstborn status and physical attributes to bolster his self-confidence. Intertwined with Jerry's personal journey are reflections on the values instilled in him by his rural Wisconsin upbringing. The book paints a nostalgic picture of the idyllic countryside, family farms, and the strong influence of his parents. These values and the stories of his family's heritage provide a deeper context for Jerry's aspirations and determination. "Grandpa's Adventures in the US Navy: Soul Searching on the Way to Mars" is a heartfelt and inspirational memoir that explores the power of dreams, determination, and the influence of family and environment in shaping one's path in life. It offers readers a unique perspective on the personal and societal challenges faced by those who dare to reach for the stars, both literally and metaphorically. Jerry Werner's story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity to defy the odds and pursue the extraordinary.

Download or read book Grandpa s Adventures in the U S Navy written by Jerry Werner and published by . This book was released on 2024-05-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Grandpa's Adventures in the US Navy: Soul Searching on the Way to Mars" by Jerry Werner is a captivating memoir that takes readers on an extraordinary journey through the life of the author, Jerry Werner. This book, set against the backdrop of rural Wisconsin in the 1950s and 60s, chronicles Jerry's inspiring quest to become an astronaut, his determination to overcome daunting odds, and his unwavering pursuit of a dream that seemed out of reach. The narrative begins with a vivid description of a young Jerry lying under the starry skies of west-central Wisconsin in 1961, marveling at the universe above and dreaming of exploring the cosmos. Fueled by his fascination with space and inspired by the ongoing space race, Jerry sets his sights on becoming an astronaut despite lacking the advantages and connections that many aspiring astronauts possess. Throughout the book, Jerry reflects on the challenges and obstacles he faces, both external and internal. He grapples with detractors who doubt his abilities and confronts societal expectations that attempt to limit his ambitions. Nevertheless, he finds support and encouragement from his parents and leverages his firstborn status and physical attributes to bolster his self-confidence. Intertwined with Jerry's personal journey are reflections on the values instilled in him by his rural Wisconsin upbringing. The book paints a nostalgic picture of the idyllic countryside, family farms, and the strong influence of his parents. These values and the stories of his family's heritage provide a deeper context for Jerry's aspirations and determination. "Grandpa's Adventures in the US Navy: Soul Searching on the Way to Mars" is a heartfelt and inspirational memoir that explores the power of dreams, determination, and the influence of family and environment in shaping one's path in life. It offers readers a unique perspective on the personal and societal challenges faced by those who dare to reach for the stars, both literally and metaphorically. Jerry Werner's story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity to defy the odds and pursue the extraordinary.

Download or read book Grandad s Island written by Benji Davies and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-07-02 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After the phenomenal success of The Storm Whale and On Sudden Hill, this new book by Benji Davies deals with the emotional topic of losing a grandparent. Subtly told, this beautifully illustrated book tackles a difficult subject with great sensitivity and depth. At the bottom of Syd’s garden, through the gate and past the tree, is Grandad’s house. Syd can let himself in any time he likes. But one day when Syd comes to call, Grandad isn’t in any of the usual places. He’s in the attic, where he ushers Syd through a door, and the two of them journey to a wild, beautiful island awash in color where Grandad decides he will remain. So Syd hugs Grandad one last time and sets sail for home. Visiting Grandad’s house at the bottom of the garden again, he finds it just the same as it’s always been — except that Grandad isn’t there anymore. Sure to provide comfort to young children struggling to understand loss, Benji Davies’s tale is a sensitive and beautiful reminder that our loved ones live on in our memories long after they’re gone. Praise for Grandad's Island: 'Davies’s elegantly rough illustrations, evoking a child’s paintings, tap into the imagination of death with little fuss, and his story declines to offer kids instruction on how to feel. Indeed, Grandad’s Island doesn’t mention death at all, but is deeply in touch with the ways in which loss and abundance commingle in the mind, correcting and assuaging each other.' The New York Times Book Review 'The creator of The Storm Whale (2014) offers another thoughtful picture book guaranteed to spark discussion...Recommend to young families dealing with loss, especially those who prefer to gloss over the scientific realities.' Booklist Online 'As with The Storm Whale, Davies offers a story of loneliness and togetherness distinguished by understated, deeply felt emotions and a nautical milieu.' Publishers Weekly 'This book is innovative and useful as a way to talk about the idea of loss—without ever referring to actual death. Parents and educators can use this to talk with a child about how it’s normal to be sad and miss loved ones...Cheerful, brightly colored illustrations make this a fine choice to use with the youngest of audiences. Since death isn’t directly specified, this title also works for when a child’s loved one is moving far away. An excellent vehicle to gently approach the topic of loss. Recommended for collections needing these types of materials.' School Library Journal 'Grandad's Island by British author-illustrator Benji Davies (The Storm Whale; Bizzy Bear series) celebrates a close grandfather-grandson relationship with warmth and style. Whether it's read as a picture book about love, loss or just missing someone who isn't around anymore, it's a charmer. Cheerful cinematic spreads invite young readers into all sorts of intriguing places, from a cozy attic full of curiosities like a turtle teapot, to a vast ship's deck, to the deep jungle of an island paradise.' Shelf Awareness for Readers 'A resonant, layered tale that will only gain in texture as its readers get older.' USA Today Books from the World of the Storm Whale: The Storm Whale The Storm Whale in Winter Grandma Bird Also by Benji Davies: On Sudden Hill, written by Linda Sarah When the Dragons Came, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne Moore Jump on Board the Animal Train, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne Moore

Download or read book Teaching U S History Through Children s Literature written by Wanda Miller and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 1998-11-15 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Similar to U.S. History Through Children's Literature: From the Colonial Period to World War II in format and approach, historical fiction and nonfiction are integrated into modern U.S. History. For each of these topics, Miller suggests two or more titles-one for use with the entire class and one for use with small reading groups. Summaries of the books, author information, activities, and topics for discussion are supplemented with vocabulary lists and ideas for research topics and further reading. This integrated approach makes history more meaningful to students and helps them retain historical details and facts by immersing them in stories surrounding historical events. A well-researched and thorough resource.