| The Challenger Explosion: Core Events of a Space Tragedy Contributor(s): Micklos Jr, John (Author) |
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ISBN: 1491420464 ISBN-13: 9781491420461 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $26.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Disasters - Juvenile Nonfiction | Transportation - Aviation |
| Dewey: 363.124 |
| LCCN: 2014036882 |
| Lexile Measure: 930 |
| Series: What Went Wrong? |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 8.1" W x 9" (0.50 lbs) 32 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 170946 Reading Level: 5.8 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: After pushing back the flight several times, the Challenger Space Shuttle was ready to launch. On January 28, 1986, the shuttle lifted off. Just 73 seconds into the flight, tragedy struck. Without warning, the Challenger exploded in front of stunned spectators, killing everyone on board. Readers will learn what caused this horrible disaster and the lasting effects to NASA and the space program. |
Contributor Bio(s): Micklos, John Joseph: - John Micklos, Jr. has written nearly 20 books for young reads, ranging from poetry books for young readers to biographies for high school students. John loves the research involved in crafting a nonfiction books, and enjoys doing writing workshops with student authors. He lives in Newark, Delaware, with his family. |