The Horn Book Guide

TECHNOLOGY

Floca, Brian

Moonshot: The Flight of Apollo 11

48 pp. | Atheneum/Jackson | April, 2009 | Trade ISBN 978-1-4169-5046-2 $17.99

(1) K-3 In this visually sublime, thoroughly researched picture book, Floca selects details to transform science into relatable experience. Throughout, Floca engages readers with his spare lyricism and with the artistry of his watercolor and ink pictures. He uses the format to perfection, with large pictures to communicate size, power, and perspective; sequenced panels to show steps unfolding; and small pictures to catch particular moments. Timeline.

Reviewer: Susan Dove Lempke | Horn Book Magazine Issue: May, 2009