What Is NASA?
Find out all about NASA in this out-of-this-world addition to the What Was? series.
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, also known as NASA, was established in 1958 to ensure the United States' victory in the space race against the Soviet Union. This book by author Sarah Fabiny covers the origins of NASA, the Apollo program that successfully landed the first human on the moon, and the ongoing missions and discoveries that continue to unravel the mysteries of the universe. Join us on this captivating journey into NASA's rich history and its significant role in space exploration.
Description
Find out all about NASA in this out-of-this-world addition to the What Was? series.
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, better known as NASA, began in 1958. With its creation, the United States hoped to ensure it won the space race against the Soviet Union. Author Sarah Fabiny describes the origins of NASA, the launching of the Apollo program that landed the first human on the moon, and the many missions and discoveries that have taken place since then. NASA has a rich history and still plays an important role in uncovering the mysteries of the universe. Readers are sure to get sucked into this book.
Information
Brand: Schwartz & Wade
Publisher Date: 05/07/2019
Author: Sarah Fabiny
Dimensions: 7 5/8 x 5 5/16
UPC: 9781524786038
Ages: 8-12
Pages: 112
