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Former NFL player and NASA astronaut Leland Melvin recounts his journey from the football field to space in this memoir adapted for young readers. The book follows his career transition from being drafted by the Detroit Lions to becoming an engineer and astronaut who lived and worked on the International Space Station. Melvin shares stories of his experiences in space, his work with musicians and celebrities, and his efforts to inspire the next generation of scientists and explorers.
Quick Summary
Former NFL player turned astronaut Leland Melvin takes readers inside his incredible journey from the football field to outer space, showing how his athletic background helped him survive the brutal training required to become a NASA astronaut. Kids will love the space food stories, the zero-gravity experiments, and learning what it really feels like to blast off on a rocket. If your kid likes the inspiring true stories in "Who Is Neil Armstrong?" or dreams of space adventure, they'll devour this. Perfect for kids ages 9-12 in grades 4-7 who want a real-life superhero story that proves dreams can come true.