Ten books for kids about apollo 11 and americas first trip to the moon. In i am neil armstrong, a new childrens book detailing armstrongs life, author brad meltzer shows readers how an eager young tree climber got all. Books by neil armstrong author of apollo expeditions to. One of two books on neil armstrong which i ordered for my grandson for a school project on astronauts. Learn about the commander of the apollo 11, neil armstrong, with this rookie biography for kids. Exclusive first look at massive earth foldout in i am neil. The life of neil armstrong by james hansen from waterstones today. Nothing quite compares with having a childrens book read out loud to you, which is why i. Bestselling author and history channel host brad meltzer will visit louisville this week to celebrate the release of his new childrens book, i am neil armstrong. The first man to walk on the moon biography for kids 912 children s biography books by baby professor sep 15, 2017 4. Aug 29, 2019 neil armstrongs sons are prominently featured in the hollywood movie, first man, which is about the astronauts trip to the moon but is also about the reclusive and sometimes inscrutable man. The first man to walk on the moon biography for kids 912 childrens biography books by baby professor sep 15, 2017 4. I rated the book a five because i think any type of biography book is essential for a child s education and especially like this book because it approaches the subject in a way. Neils passion for aviation and flight was kindled when he took his first airplane ride at age 6.
History channels brad meltzers i am neil armstrong book. Both of neil armstrongs son, eric and mark are software engineers and have three children. Where are neil armstrongs children and what are they. There are two childrens books about neil armstrong that i plan to put on display when school begins after labor day. Hansen, armstrongs authorized biographer and author of the new york. I am neil armstrong sends allister and max to a place that. Neil armstrong facts for kids national geographic kids.
Neil alden armstrong was born on august 5, 1930, near wapakoneta, ohio. First man is the definitive book on neil armstrong. If you like this post, then please consider sharing it and leaving a comment below. Neil armstrong was a proud father of three children whom he had with his exwife janet shearon.
Sep 26, 2018 in i am neil armstrong, a new children s book detailing armstrong s life, author brad meltzer shows readers how an eager young tree climber got all the way to the moon it would be hard to find. Books by neil armstrong author of apollo expeditions to the. Read the story of the first moon landing, from early missions to the successful apollo 11 voyage, neil armstrongs legendary first steps on the moon and the moon. I am neil armstrong ordinary people change the world. Where are neil armstrongs children and what are they doing now. Mar 20, 2019 im reading i am neil armstrong by brad meltzer. Scholastic book clubs is the best possible partner to help you get excellent children s books into the hands of every child, to help them become successful lifelong readers and discover the joy and power of good books. Armstrong was a eagle ranked boy scout, licensed pilot at the age of 16, flew 78 missions during the korean war and received several awards. The life of neil armstrong by james hansen waterstones. Armstrongs own recollection of that landmark day in 1969 is also included, and something new to the series is a 7 x 28 double foldout to show, in scale to the rest of the book, what a majestic sight the earth was from armstrongs point of view. The movie also portrays an interpretation of neil s relationship with his wife.
Currently set at a wonderfully low promotional price, this book on neil armstrong for kids can be easily downloaded from the amazon kindle store by any young readers that love to read on their own, as well as by parents who will read to younger children that are still learning to read. Sep 12, 2018 bestselling author and history channel host brad meltzer will visit louisville this week to celebrate the release of his new children s book, i am neil armstrong. From falling out of trees to standing on the moon new book. Nothing quite compares with having a childrens book read out loud to you, which is why i normally read the book twice but not for this one. This eagle scout built his own model planes as a little boy and then grew up to be a test pilot for experimental aircraft before becoming an astronaut. Neil armstrong made history in 1969 with the historic moon landing, which is portrayed in the new movie first man. Scholastic book clubs is the best possible partner to help you get excellent childrens books into the hands of every child, to help them become successful lifelong readers and discover the joy and power of. Airplanes drew his interest from the age of six, when he took his first airplane ride. Neil armstrong has 54 books on goodreads with 112930 ratings. The eagle scout built his own model planes as a little boy, grew up to be a test pilot for experimental aircraft, and then an astronaut who walked on the moon. He began taking flying lessons at age fourteen, and on his sixteenth birthday he was issued a pilots license.
Neil armstrong books list of books by neil armstrong. The first half of this brief biography showcases armstrongs childhood, his hobbies, parttime jobs, and determination to earn a pilots license. Oct 17, 2018 neil armstrong made history in 1969 with the historic moon landing, which is portrayed in the new movie first man. First man on the moon a short biography for childrenastr. Neil armstrongs journey to the moon is the focus of the fifteenth picture book in the.
On july 20, 1969, neil armstrong stepped on the moon and to an audience of over 450 million people proclaimed his step as one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind. Colorful photos and age appropriate text encourage children to read on their ownas they learn about people like serena williams, neil armstrong, rosa parks, anne frank and many more. Neil armstrong biography childhood, children, young. The book describes the life and accomplishments of astronaut neil armstrong. Childrens books about neil armstrong sommer reading. His love for flying started at a young age when his father took him to an air show. Brad meltzer brings neil armstrong childrens book to katy. The biography contains the life history of neil armstrong, the first american citizen to go into space, the first man to walk on the moon. Therefore, neil armstrong biography for kids book is a great educational book for kids ages 8 years and older or for parents that want to read this book with their children. Neil armstrong 19302012 was an american astronaut who became the first human to walk on the moon on july 20, 1969, as part of the apollo 11 mission.
My grandson did a report using this book about neil armstrong. Aug 25, 2012 neil alden armstrong august 5, 1930 august 25, 2012 was an american astronaut and historian and is known as the first person to walk on the moon. He began taking flying lessons at age fourteen, and on his sixteenth birthday he was issued a pilot s license. Armstrongs lively trumpet playing, trademark scat singing, and natural talent for showmanship dazzled audiences for more than fifty years. In i am neil armstrong, a new childrens book detailing armstrongs. The book boys read i am neil armstrong on the moon. Armstrong from wapakoneta, ohio, was the first man to create world history by walking on the moon on july 20, 1969.
Neil armstrong s journey to the moon is the focus of the fifteenth picture book in the new york times bestselling series of biographies about heroes. After serving in the korean war and then finishing college, he joined the organization that would become nasa. This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes greatthe traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Aug 19, 2019 armstrongs lively trumpet playing, trademark scat singing, and natural talent for showmanship dazzled audiences for more than fifty years. He spent his free time reading stacks of flying magazines, building model airplanes, and staring through the homemade telescope mounted on the roof of his neighbors garage. Oct 16, 2018 the new film shows armstrong, played by ryan gosling, clutching a bracelet during his historic moon walk that pays tribute to his daughter karen, who died of a brain tumor before her third birthday. Recurring vivid dreams of floating high above his neighborhood sparked neil armstrongs fascination with flight and led ultimately to a life spent among the clouds and stars. On july 20, 1969, neil armstrong and buzz aldrin landed on the moon in a small spacecraft that had been sent to the moon using the saturn v rocket.
The genre of the book is a childrens biography novel and is meant for ages eight to twelve. Neil armstrong biography biography for kids mocomi. I rated the book a five because i think any type of biography book is essential for a childs education and especially like this book because it approaches the subject in a way. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Learn how to do it from scat legendjazz trumpeterhappy guy louis armstrong in this musical kidtime storytime. This eagle scout built his own model planes as a little boy and then grew up to be a test pilot for. I am neil armstrong reading a kids book out loud youtube. Every book takes you to someplace newbut ordinary people change the world. I got this book for the kids and they really enjoyed it. He spent his free time reading stacks of flying magazines, building model airplanes, and staring through the homemade telescope mounted on the roof of his neighbor s garage. Factfilled rookie readabout biographies introduce the youngest readers to influential women and men, both past and present.
Neil was born on august 5, 1930 in wapakoneta, ohio. Neil armstrongs journey to the moon is the focus of the fifteenth picture book in the new york times bestselling series of biographies about heroes. Professor of paediatric physiology and director of the childrens health and exercise research center school of postgraduate medicine and health sciences neil armstrong editor, professor of social medicine department of social medicine and institute for research in extramural medicine willem van mechelen editor, neil armstrong editor. Neil s daughter karen armstrong lost her life because of a brain tumor in 1962. Scholastic book clubs childrens books for parents and teachers.
Neil armstrongs sons are prominently featured in the hollywood movie, first man, which is about the astronauts trip to the moon but is also about the reclusive and sometimes inscrutable man. May 14, 2018 on july 20, 1969, neil armstrong stepped on the moon and to an audience of over 450 million people proclaimed his step as one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind. Neil armstrong was the eldest of three children born to viola louise engel and stephen koenig armstrong, a state auditor. Thank you for sending the book that meant so much to my neil kaye. Letters to the first man on the moon publishes a careful sampling of these lettersroughly 400reflecting the various kinds of correspondence that armstrong received along with representative samples of his replies. Apr 21, 2019 neil armstrong was a proud father of three children whom he had with his exwife janet shearon. Featuring portraits and other historical imagery along with a simple and engaging text, this book is a great way to engage children in history and encourage beginning readers. I am located on the northwest side of tucson near cortaro farms rd and i10 i do not negotiate price and you are not paying taxes.
Aug 25, 2012 neil armstrong was the eldest of three children born to viola louise engel and stephen koenig armstrong, a state auditor. Both of neil armstrong s son, eric and mark are software engineers and have three children. Used i am neil armstrong childrens book for sale in tucson i am neil armstrong childrens book posted by mark in tucson. He found it very helpful in providing background information on armstrong, and found the book clear enough for his elementary grade level to extract information to include in the project.
Neil armstrong was born in wapakoneta, ohio, on august 5, 1930. He was the eldest of three children of stephen and viola engel armstrong. Pizzarelli, the police officer, loves to sing at barbeques. The adventurous journey of a mouse to the moon mouse adventures. On july 20, 1969, neil armstrong stepped on the moon and, to an audience of over 450 million people, proclaimed his step a giant leap for mankind. As a young boy, neil armstrong had a recurring dream in which he held his breath and floated high above the people, houses, and cars. Sep 11, 2018 armstrongs own recollection of that landmark day in 1969 is also included, and something new to the series is a 7 x 28 double foldout to show, in scale to the rest of the book, what a majestic sight the earth was from armstrongs point of view. Neils daughter karen armstrong lost her life because of a brain tumor in 1962. Jul 16, 2019 neil armstrong s wife janet armstrong is a key character in the movie first man as she was in his life. Used i am neil armstrong childrens book for sale in tucson. The genre of the book is a children s biography novel and is meant for ages eight to twelve. Nothing quite compares with having a children s book read out loud to you, which is why i normally read the book twice but not for this one.