Trouble in Space cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 6.0
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 3263
Points per Word 0.000306
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.03125

Description

Join Joe and Dr. Bea as they explore life onboard the International Space Station, experience a spacewalk, study the planets, and discover the beauty and dangers of our solar system. The coauthor is Gerry Bailey.

Quick Summary

Space never felt this close to home until Joe and Dr. Bea strap you into a rocket and let you ride a spacewalk. Kids will love the nail-biting moments when the solar panels jam and the crew must think fast, plus the quirky banter that makes the ISS feel like a bustling clubhouse. If your kid likes the blend of real science and daring challenges found in the Magic School Bus books, they'll devour this fast-paced space tale. Perfect for curious readers ages 9-12, especially those in grades 4-6 who crave a quick, 30-minute read that feels like a field trip to the stars.