Mousetronaut by Astronaut Mark Kelly and Illustrated
by C.F. Payne
(Based on a partially true story)
Meet Meteor
who is a hardworking friendly mouse. He is about to take his first trip to the
moon with a bunch of astronauts. Unbeknownst to Meteor he actually saves the
entire mission when a computer key gets stuck on the monitor. Read how Meteor
saves the day and is declared a hero. He is presented with his very own mouse
suit and his very own title of Mousetronaut.
This is a
cleverly and charming story written by a four-time veteran of the space
shuttle, Mark Kelly. This story is based on his experiences and of course his
imagination while up in space. The illustrations, which are done in mixed
media, are just truly fabulous because they really evoke the emotion of the
mouse while traveling up into space. They are lively yet really show a story of
courage and perseverance.
The author
has included an Afterword and there a fabulous Bibliography, which includes
games, videos and informational links. This story is based on the space shuttle
Endeavor as mice were trained alongside the astronauts and accompanied them in
the 2001 mission.
I loved this story and believe it to be an inspiration to
young readers, especially those looking to travel to space.
A great gift for the holidays or better yet check it out at
your local library!
Grades K-2
