Learn the NASA Astronaut mindset to solve problems, provide leadership in the face of adversity, and never give up when pursuing your wildest ambitions. Based on thrilling, firsthand accounts of space exploration.
Mike Massimino Book order
Mike Massimino is a former NASA astronaut whose career in space spanned two crucial missions to service the Hubble Space Telescope. His time aboard the space shuttle saw him achieve historic firsts, including being the first person to tweet from orbit and holding a record for cumulative spacewalking time. Drawing from his profound experiences among the stars, Massimino brings a unique perspective to his current roles as an engineering professor and public speaker. His work continues to inspire, bridging the gap between the wonders of space exploration and tangible scientific understanding.
- 2023
- 2021
Spaceman (Adapted for Young Readers)
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
In this middle grade adaptation of his memoir, astronaut Mike Massimino shares his inspiring journey from a working-class background to spacewalker on Hubble missions. Overcoming setbacks and rejections, he emphasizes hard work, teamwork, and perseverance, motivating young readers to pursue their dreams and explore the wonders of science.
- 2020
Spaceman (Adapted for Young Readers)
The True Story of a Young Boy's Journey to Becoming an Astronaut
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
The inspiring journey of an astronaut who undertook spacewalks on two Hubble missions unfolds in this middle grade adaptation of his bestselling memoir. Readers will be captivated by the real-life adventure that mirrors the excitement of classic films like The Right Stuff and Apollo 13, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of space exploration. This story not only highlights the astronaut's accomplishments but also encourages young readers to dream big and explore the wonders of the universe.
- 2016
Spaceman : an astronaut's unlikely journey to unlock the secrets of the universe
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
The extraordinary and inspirational story of US astronaut Mike Massimino
