Blast Off to Space Camp (TIME FOR KIDS Nonfiction Readers)

by Hillary Wolfe

Overview

In this encouraging nonfiction reader, children visit an actual space camp! Readers will learn what astronauts eat, where they sleep, and how they prepare for journeys into space through the help of robots and simulators. Featuring vibrant images, informative text, and fun, interesting facts, readers are encouraged to discover what they would want to explore in space!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781433336737
Publisher:	Teacher Created
Publication date:	01/30/2012
Series:	TIME FOR KIDS®: Informational Text
Edition description:	Second Edition
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	6.80(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	690L (what's this?)
Age Range:	7 - 9 Years

About the Author

Hillary Wolfe, M.A., has served as director of curriculum and instruction, coordinator of academic interventions, instructional coach, and literacy specialist. Ms. Wolfe began her career as a journalist and has published books on writing strategies, literacy strategies, and phonics. She presents nationally on literacy, multi-tiered system of supports, and dual-enrollment programs. Ms. Wolfe is currently executive director of college, career, and economic development for a K–12 school district. She is the coauthor of What the Science of Reading Says about Writing. 

Table of Contents

Welcome to Space Camp! 4

What to Expect 6

Tour of the Space Center 9

Simulators 12

Getting Hands-On 17

The Mission 22

Living in Space 26

Glossary 30

Index 31

About the Author 32