The spacesuit : how a seamstress helped put man on the moon / written by Alison Donald ; illustrated by Ariel Landy.
Material type:
TextPublisher: Horsham, West Sussex : Maverick Arts Publishing, 2019Copyright date: ©2019Edition: American editionDescription: 36 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 27 cmContent type: - text
- still image
- unmediated
- volume
- 9781848864153
- 1848864159
- 9781848864283
- 1848864280
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Dr. James Carlson Library | Children's NonFiction | 629.4772 D675 | Checked out | 06/19/2024 | 33111009394319 | |||
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Main Library | Children's NonFiction | 629.4772 D675 | Available | 33111009536455 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
An inspirational true-story about the a group of seamstresses who designed the spacesuit for the first men to walk on the Moon!
"Ellie's team was small, and they only had six weeks. Many believed that the seamstresses could never win. But Ellie ignored them and set to work."
Inspired by true events, The Spacesuit tells the story of Ellie, a seamstress tasked with creating a new spacesuit for the Apollo 11 moon landing. After emerging as the underdogs in a multi-company competition, Ellie's team works hard to win! Follow Ellie as she uses impressive knowledge to solve the issue of clunky, uncomfortable spacesuits.
The perfect book for young children interested in space exploration and women in history. Alison Donald expertly weaves facts into the story to keep young readers engaged. Including a glossary of key terms, this book is a fun learning tool for 3-6 year olds.
The Spacesuit is inspired by real people and events. It follows the story of an ordinary but talented young woman who became part of one of the most amazing events in human history."--Jacket flap.
"The inspiration behind this book...This story was inspired by Eleanor "Ellie" Foraker. Eleanor was born in Kenton, Delaware and worked at ILC Dover for 43 years. A talented seamstress and manager, Ellie was truly dedicated to the making of spacesuits. She also helped make gas masks, underground inflatable oil tanks, and landing bags for Mars missions."