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I Want to Be an Astronaut Paperback – Picture Book, February 28, 1992

by Byron Barton (Author, Illustrator)
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From picture-book master Byron Barton, this is the perfect story for young readers who love outer space and want to know more about how NASA astronauts do their job.

Once in orbit, the astronauts get a taste of ready-to-eat food, experience zero gravity, go for space walks, and even fix a satellite. It's fun to fly aboard the shuttle...and then come back to earth.

Byron Barton's signature bright, graphic artwork and straightforward text is a perfect match for the preschool crowd.

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  1. Reading age
    2 - 5 years, from customers
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    230L
  6. Dimensions
    9.81 x 0.08 x 8.75 inches
  7. Publisher
    Greenwillow Books
  8. Publication date
    February 28, 1992
  9. ISBN-10
    0064432807
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0064432801
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Blast-off! Up into the shy goes the space shuttle. Into orbit, the astronauts get a taste of ready-to-eat food, experience zero gravity, go for space walks, and even fix a satellite. It's fun to fly aboard the shuttle...and then come back to earth.

‘A young girl declares her longing to ‘fly on the shuttle into outer space.’ The familiar acts of eating, sleeping, and working become intense and special as she and the rest of the crew go about their business. The illustrations positively glow in this simple, lyrical picture book that will have nearly everyone off and flying.’ —SLJ.

Notable Children's Book of 1988 (ALA)
1988 Fanfare Honor List (The Horn Book)
Best Illustrated Children's Books of 1988 (NYT)
Oustanding Science Trade Books for Children 1988 (NSTA/CBC)

About the Author

Byron Barton (1930-2023) was the creator of many picture books for young children, including My Car, Building a House, and Little Red Hen.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Greenwillow Books; Reprint edition (February 28, 1992)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0064432807
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0064432801
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 5 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 230L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.81 x 0.08 x 8.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 232

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Geekerella00
5.0 out of 5 stars I bought this book for my son...
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2014
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My Son was in Kindergarten, he checked it out from the school library. Every Week he re-checked this book out! He kept this book for several months. We read this book together several times a day, he couldn't get enough of it!! My son is now 25 & Married. I bought this book for him & my future grandchildren. It will be his turn to read this book with his children several times a day! It is a Positive Parental Payback!! The best part is, that one day I can also read this book with my grandchildren!
The Illustrations are Large & Vivid. The pictures and the story sparks the imagination of children & adults. Enjoy!
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run2run
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Story Book
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2011
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Bought this for my 5 year old. My 3 year old loves it too. Pictures and story line are simple, clear, and fun. My sons pay attention to the story and get excited about becoming astronauts. We love the simple and clear sentences as well as the clear lettering.
Great story for kids.
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Jean Mabry
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this!
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2023
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We are expecting our first grand baby and we read this to our son when he was little. Couldn’t find his copy so thankfully it’s still being printed! Now, we can pass this along!
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Nikki Carter
5.0 out of 5 stars Adorable Book!
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2010
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My son, the aspiring astronaut, received this book for Christmas. He loves it! He wanted me to read it to him every night for the first year that he had it. The best part is, it is very easy to memorize and my son would "read" along with me every night. Great memories! I highly recommend this book for any child intrigued by space exploration or interested in a future career as an astronaut :)
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Linda Sukulele
4.0 out of 5 stars My 4 yo grandson loved this. We play Astronaut ant the book has ...
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2014
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My 4 yo grandson loved this. We play Astronaut ant the book has been unitentionally launched a few times. It's definitely not one for before nap or bed. I love the simple illustrations which we trace and color in different ways. The figures are large enough that he can cut the traced ones out by himself--a favorite activity.
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Tekla Borner
5.0 out of 5 stars A must!
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2015
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This book is terrific for young kids. My students are 3-4 years old. They loved it and now they all want to go to college to be an astronaut.
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KJ Beatty
5.0 out of 5 stars Very cute book
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2011
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Bought this book for our 4 year old sons birthday and we love it. Its a very short read, but very cute & colorful. Coming from Florida, I appreciate the pics with the space shuttle flying over the Florida peninsula. Great book for your little one's collection.
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M. Wright
5.0 out of 5 stars Get those kids turned in to astronauts early!
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2014
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This is an oldie but goodie. Illustrations are simple but clear about what is important in the picture. The only problem nowadays is that the space shuttle program is gone. But little kids won't get that and we adults who remember our glory days will enjoy reading the book to the kiddos. Maybe Barton will update the book to ride in Musk's new space capsule?
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zhengyangling
5.0 out of 5 stars fabulous and instructive
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 15, 2017
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We love it. it says it is for toddlers btw 4 and 6. however, my 15 months old loves looking and pointing at pictures and counting the members crew. i find it very good for learning about space and astronauts, u can even add some text by urself.
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5.0 out of 5 stars 地球やロケット好きの子供に！
Reviewed in Japan on February 22, 2017
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最近宇宙や地球、ロケットがお気に入りの息子に買いました！
はっきりした色で気に入っているようです。
文章も一文短いので読みやすいです。
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Bushra
5.0 out of 5 stars Astronaut Book
Reviewed in Canada on June 1, 2015
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A good book for kids to read. Very informative.
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MrsMac
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm really happy with it
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 6, 2018
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I bought this book for my grandson. It is well produced and illustrated. I'm really happy with it.
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Abigail
4.0 out of 5 stars Informative
Reviewed in Canada on November 5, 2023
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Lots of good pictures and basic info for
5 yrs and up
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