A collection of 30 illustrated astronaut biographies at just the right size for kids transitioning into chapter books!

Inspiring Stories of Astronauts: 30 Biographies of Men and Women Who Explored the Final Frontier is your ticket to an unforgettable adventure through space! Get ready to blast off and meet the legendary astronauts who pushed the boundaries of human exploration, from the first man in space, Yuri Gagarin, to the fearless women like Sally Ride and Mae Jemison who broke barriers and made history.

This exciting, action-packed book is bursting with full-color pages, fascinating timelines, and a special glossary to help young readers understand the thrilling world of space travel. Each chapter is packed with heart-pounding stories of bravery, groundbreaking missions, and jaw-dropping discoveries that will inspire future astronauts, engineers, and scientists.

Perfect for readers ages 6-9, this book will take you behind the scenes of epic space missions. Learn about the challenges these pioneers faced, the risks they took, and how they changed the course of space exploration forever. With every story, you’ll feel the excitement and determination that fueled these incredible individuals as they reached for the stars.

You’ll love the book’s many features, including:

• Full-color illustrations throughout!
• Perfectly sized at 72 pages to be manageable for kids starting chapter books
• Includes timelines for every biography, plus a glossary, timeline, and discussion questions at the end of the book
• Protective gloss coating on cover

Whether it’s exploring the Moon, reaching Mars, or traveling beyond, this book will ignite your passion for adventure and inspire you to dream big. Get ready to embark on a cosmic journey!

Astronauts featured in the book include:

• Yuri Gagarin
• Alan Shepard
• John Glenn
• Valentina Tereshkova
• Neil Armstrong
• Buzz Aldrin
• Michael Collins
• Jim Lovell
• Robert Crippen
• Sally Ride
• Kathryn Sullivan
• Ron McNair
• Franklin Chang-Díaz
• Jerry L. Ross
• Charles Bolden
• Eileen Collins
• Mae Jemison
• David Wolf
• Peggy Whitson
• Sunita Williams
• Terry Virts
• Kimiya Yui
• Anne McClain
• Jessica Meir
• Christina Koch
• Victor Glover
• Sian Proctor
• Robert Hines
• Jessica Watkins
• William Shatner