Astronaut Training by Cruz, Aneta

When Astrid's first space mission goes disastrously wrong, she realizes she needs a bit more training than she thought

Astrid is training to go to space But as she builds her shuttle, cooks astronaut food, and practices floating in zero gravity, Dad tells Astrid that the ship's construction is too dangerous, she's too little to cook alone, and she's not allowed to flood the bathroom. That night, when Astrid dreams she's an astronaut, the challenges she encounters are overwhelming. Astrid realizes she isn't as ready as she thought. Back on Earth, Astrid turns to her loving and supportive Dad, who helps Astrid continue her astronaut training.

Author: Aneta Cruz
Publisher: Astra Young Readers
Published: 03/16/2021
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 8.75h x 11.25w x 0.30d
ISBN: 9781635922882
Audience: Ages 4-8

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 02/01/2021
Booklist 02/15/2021 pg. 59
School Library Journal 03/01/2021 pg. 77

About the Author
Staying up way past her bedtime and reading by a moonlit window is how Aneta Cruz fell in love with books and the Cosmos. She holds a BA in English Literature, an MFA in Creative Writing, and an Early Childhood Special Education Credential.

Olivia Aserr is a half Egyptian, half Irish-American illustrator. She is currently a background painter on Cartoon Network's Victor & Valentino and a children's illustrator. Visit oliviaaserr.com.