Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level
2.6
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Nonfiction
Word Count
265
Points per Word
0.001887
Page Count
32
Points per Page
0.015625
Description
This book introduces the work of astronauts, including special jobs they might have on the space shuttle and experiments they might perform in space.
Quick Summary
The book gives kids a peek inside what astronauts actually do in space, from floating experiments to piloting the space shuttle. Young readers will love the up-close look at astronaut life, including the cool zero-gravity science experiments and the different jobs astronauts have on missions. If your kid loves "National Geographic Readers: Space" or any space-themed picture books, they'll devour this quick read that feels like a field trip to NASA. Perfect for ages 5-8 in kindergarten through second grade, especially kids who dream of becoming astronauts or are obsessed with space.