astronauts

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astronauts

The man who went to the far side of the moon

the story of Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins
2003
Describes the experiences of Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins as he circled the moon while Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked on it; and explains what everyday life was like on "Columbia," presents background on the three astronauts, and includes photos of Collins and his family.

Armstrong's moon rock

2008
Digby finds Neil Armstrong's moon rock in Mr. Rummage's stall at the antique market. Mr. Rummage tells Digby and his sister the story of Neil Armstrong.

Neil Armstrong

2003
Presents a brief biography of the first astronaut to walk on the Moon.

The space mission adventure

2006
Ziggy and the other members of the Black Dinosaurs go to Space Camp where they learn about the space program and speculate about the existence of extraterrestrial beings.

Mae Jemison

2008
Explores the life and achievements of Mae Jamison; discussing her childhood; careers as a doctor and astronaut; NASA training; and trip into space.

Mae Jemison

2006
Presents a short biography of Mae Jemison who became the first African American woman astronaut.

Ellen Ochoa

2004
Presents a biographical profile of Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman astronaut, discussing the schooling and training she needed in order to fulfill her dream of being part of the space program.

Christa McAuliffe

2003
Presents a brief biography of the school teacher who joined NASA's Teacher in Space program and tragically died in the space shuttle Challenger disaster.

Astronauts

2002
Presents an introduction to astronauts and tells what it is like to travel and work on the space shuttle.

Sally Ride

space pioneer
2000
A biography of the first woman in space, discussing her childhood, career as an astronaut, and place in history.

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