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McCarthy, Meghan

Astronaut Handbook

40 pp. | Knopf | June, 2008 | Trade ISBN 978-0-375-84459-1 $16.99 | Library ISBN 978-0-375-94459-8 $19.99
(2) K-3 "Welcome to astronaut school!" begins this succinct, peppy text that outlines the rigorous training a would-be astronaut endures before shooting into space. McCarthy's round-eyed cartoon figures take fitness and endurance tests, such as swimming while wearing flight gear. She also explains that not all astronauts perform the same tasks (some fly space shuttles, others repair satellites, etc.). Back matter includes quirky astronautics tidbits. Bib.
Reviewer: Christine M. Heppermann | Horn Book Magazine Issue: July, 2008

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