Reaching for the Moon by Buzz Aldrin (English) Paperback Book

Description: Reaching for the Moon by Buzz Aldrin With vibrant, historically accurate paintings by Wendell Minor, this extraordinary picture book—the first by one of the "Apollo 11" astronauts—documents the journey Aldrin made from childhood that eventually led him to achieve his dream and walk on the Moon. Full color. Childrens - Grade 1-2, Age 6-7. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description I walked on the moon. This is my journey. But it didnt begin when I stepped on board "Apollo 11" on July 1, 1969. It began the day I was born.Becoming an astronaut took more than education, discipline, and physical strength. It took years of determination and believing that any goal is possible—from riding a bike alone across the George Washington Bridge at age ten to making a footprint on the Moon.I always knew the Moon was within my reach—and that I was ready to be on the team that would achieve the first landing. But it was still hard to believe when I took my first step onto the Moons surface.We all have our own dreams. This is the story of how mine came true. Back Cover I walked on the moon. This is my journey. But it didnt begin when I stepped on board Apollo 11 on July 1, 1969. It began the day I was born. Becoming an astronaut took more than education, discipline, and physical strength. It took years of determination and believing that any goal is possible--from riding a bike alone across the George Washington Bridge at age ten to making a footprint on the Moon. I always knew the Moon was within my reach--and that I was ready to be on the team that would achieve the first landing. But it was still hard to believe when I took my first step onto the Moons surface. We all have our own dreams. This is the story of how mine came true. Author Biography On July 20, 1969, Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong made their historic Apollo 11 moon walk and became the first two humans to set foot on another world. This unprecedented heroic endeavor was witnessed by the largest worldwide television audience in history. Upon returning from the moon, Dr. Aldrin embarked on an international goodwill tour and was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, among more than fifty distinguished awards and medals from numerous countries. Since retiring from NASA, the Air Force, and his position as commander of the test pilot school at Edwards Air Force Base, Dr. Aldrin has remained at the forefront of efforts to ensure a continued leading role for America in manned space exploration and has advanced his lifelong commitment to humans venturing outward in space. Recently he founded a rocket design company, Starcraft Boosters, Inc., and the ShareSpace Foundation, a nonprofit organization devoted to pursuing space tourism. In addition to writing books that describe his unique perspective on Americas space program, Dr. Aldrin also lectures and travels throughout the world to discuss his and others" ideas for exploring the universe. For more information about the Apollo 11 moon landing please or The Johnson Space Center at and for more information about the illustrations in this book please Review "Precisely rendered illustrations help this effort really take off ... a brief chronology rounds out this solid title." -- ALA Booklist "Calling all dreamers and wannabe space travellers!" -- Child Magazine "A Buzz-worthy book!" -- Time for Kids "Beautiful and realistic illustrations ... in first-person voice ... a childs-eye view on space exploration." -- Kirkus Reviews "Entertaining and informative. Excellent, realistic paintings." -- School Library Journal (starred review) Long Description I walked on the moon. This is my journey. But it didnt begin when I stepped on board "Apollo 11" on July 1, 1969. It began the day I was born. Becoming an astronaut took more than education, discipline, and physical strength. It took years of determination and believing that any goal is possible--from riding a bike alone across the George Washington Bridge at age ten to making a footprint on the Moon. I always knew the Moon was within my reach--and that I was ready to be on the team that would achieve the first landing. But it was still hard to believe when I took my first step onto the Moons surface. We all have our own dreams. This is the story of how mine came true. Review Quote "Precisely rendered illustrations help this effort really take off . . . a brief chronology rounds out this solid title." Details ISBN0060554479 Author Buzz Aldrin Short Title REACHING FOR MOON Pages 38 Audience Age 6-9 Publisher Collins Language English Illustrator Wendell Minor ISBN-10 0060554479 ISBN-13 9780060554477 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY B Illustrations Yes Year 2008 Publication Date 2008-06-30 Country of Publication United States Place of Publication New York Residence Los Angeles, CA, US Imprint HarperCollins DOI 10.1604/9780060554477 UK Release Date 2008-08-18 US Release Date 2008-08-18 Birth 1949 Death 1976 Affiliation San Diego State University Position Professor of English Qualifications M.D. Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2008-08-14 NZ Release Date 2008-08-14 Imprint US HarperCollins Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:12604927;

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