Leland Melvin, 9

Book Features:
- Ages 6-10, Grades 1-4
- 24 pages, 7 1/2 inches x 10 inches
- Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color pictures
- Includes a time line and extension activity
- Reading/teaching tips and discussion questions included

Leader in Science: In Leaders Like Us: Leland Melvin, 1st--4th graders learn about the dedication, talent, and impact of Melvin who went from being a professional football player to an influential NASA astronaut.

Inspirational: With captivating illustrations that bring Melvin's story to life, young readers learn about his fascinating life and what led him to trade in his football helmet for a space suit, going on to fly two important missions into space.

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page biography will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided pre- and post-reading questions, a time line of events, and a fun extension activity.

Leveled Books: Part of the Leaders Like Us series, early-elementary reading level and full-color illustrations support comprehension of the story of this amazing pro athlete and astronaut.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Publisher: Discovery Library
Published: 08/11/2021
Pages: 24
Weight: 0.61lbs
Size: 10.10h x 7.60w x 0.30d
ISBN: 9781731649294
Age: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 512933 / Leland Melvin


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 11/01/2021 pg. 16