The Astronomically Grand Plan

The Astronomically Grand Plan
Author: Rie Neal
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2022-07-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1534481494

In this first book of a brand new-chapter book series, a young girl is determined to be the first astronaut with hearing aids in space! Astrid can’t wait for the school year to start so she can put her Astronomically Grand Plan into action! She and her best friend, Hallie, are going to be in their first year of Shooting Stars, a club dedicated to all things space. Astrid’s big sister has told her all about it, and this year, there is a big, wonderful prize: a trip to a real-life space camp! But Astrid’s Grand Plan isn’t off to a great start: it turns out Hallie is more interested in the art club, Petite Picassos! And Astrid isn’t sure that her goal of exploring space will happen the same way without her BFF by her side. Can Astrid figure out a way to complete her mission?

The Camping Trip that Changed America

The Camping Trip that Changed America
Author: Barb Rosenstock
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2012-01-19
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1101648899

Caldecott medalist Mordicai Gerstein captures the majestic redwoods of Yosemite in this little-known but important story from our nation's history. In 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt joined naturalist John Muir on a trip to Yosemite. Camping by themselves in the uncharted woods, the two men saw sights and held discussions that would ultimately lead to the establishment of our National Parks.

Hydroponic Hijinks

Hydroponic Hijinks
Author: Rie Neal
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2022-10-11
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1534481559

In this third book in the Astrid the Astronaut chapter book series, Astrid is torn between her best friend and arch-rival! The Shooting Stars and Petite Picasso groups are working together on a combined STEM and art project—which means BFFs Astrid and Hallie finally get to team up! But Astrid’s excitement doesn’t last long when they are grouped with her arch-nemesis: Pearl. And what’s worse, Hallie actually agrees with some of the ideas Pearl has for the project. Isn’t she supposed to be on Astrid’s side? Can Astrid, Hallie, and Pearl learn how to work together and create a project that’s out of this world?

If You Decide to Go to the Moon

If You Decide to Go to the Moon
Author: Faith McNulty
Publisher: Voyager Books/Libros Viajeros
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2005
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780590483599

In language that is elegant, yet fun, this adventure invites the reader on an emotionally charged trip to the moon--from reminders of what one should pack on a trip to the moon, to the exciting countdown and lift-off.

A Forest of Stories

A Forest of Stories
Author:
Publisher: Barefoot Books
Total Pages: 74
Release: 2005
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9781841488820

He looked up and trembled. It was indeed the kapok tree for which he was searching. He felt as if he was in the presence of a great spirit.

Robot Rebellion

Robot Rebellion
Author: Rie Neal
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2023-02-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1534481583

This is the fourth book in the Astrid the Astronaut chapter book series about a young girl determined to be the first hard-of-hearing astronaut in space! When Astrid and the rest of the Shooting Stars find out that their teacher, Ms. Ruiz, is about to celebrate a big birthday, they band together to create the perfect gift. Her big day happens to be the same as the upcoming robotics competition and they decide to do something there. With the help of Astrid’s big sister, Stella, they program their robot to do a fun dance and give Ms. Ruiz a sweet surprise. But on the day of the competition, the data for the Shooting Stars robot somehow gets mixed up with another one! Will their fun present end up being a major malfunction?

The Unlucky Launch

The Unlucky Launch
Author: Rie Neal
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2022-07-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1534481524

In this second book of a brand new-chapter book series, aspiring astronaut Astrid designs a rocket! After seeing the big Space-E rocket launch, Astrid just knows she’s going to be exploring space in a rocket of her own someday! And in honor of the big launch, Astrid and her fellow Shooting Stars will be building rockets of their very own. What’s more exciting is the guest helper, Luke, who actually worked on the Space-E team! The Shooting Stars are working towards more points on the Astro Board and Astrid is hoping she can impress Luke enough to score a tour of Space-E headquarters. But it turns out that Luke’s design might not be the best—and Astrid isn’t sure if she should speak up. Can Astrid use her voice to show there is more than one solution for a perfect take-off?

Song of the Water Boatman

Song of the Water Boatman
Author: Joyce Sidman
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 45
Release: 2005
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0618135472

A collection of poems that provide a look at some of the animals, insects, and plants that are found in ponds, with accompanying information about each.

The Unlucky Launch

The Unlucky Launch
Author: Rie Neal
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2022-07-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1534481508

Includes an excerpt of Hydroponic hijinks.