'Here is a rare perspective on a story we only thought we knew. For Apollo 11, the first moon landing, is a story that belongs to many, not just the few and favous. Gathering direct quotes from some of these folks who worked behind the scenes, and culling NASA transcripts, national archives, and stunning photos from Apollo 11, the author captures not only the sheer magnitude of this feat but also the dedication, ingenuity, and perseverance of the...

Describes what people have believed about the moon and what has been learned over time and presents an overview of the Apollo space program.

When Kitten mistakes the full moon for a bowl of milk, she ends up tired, wet, and hungry trying to reach it.

Explains the phases of the moon--the changes that seem to happen to it as it goes around Earth.

A boy gets in a spaceship and takes a dangerous but exciting trip to the moon.

Imagines sights and experiences on a moon visit.

Describes the formation, orbit, surface features, exploration, and future study of the Moon.

A young boy, seeing that Moon is lonely, sends up a kite to cheer her then, after growing up and learning many things, he becomes the first human to visit her. Dedicated to Neil Armstrong and written in recognition of the fiftieth anniversary of the first U.S. moon landing.