Challenger, Jenny Fretland VanVoorst
Challenger, Jenny Fretland VanVoorst
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Challenger

Author: Jenny Fretland VanVoorst

Narrator: Dana Flemming

Unabridged: 3 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Jump!

Published: 08/01/2018


Synopsis

In Challenger, early fluent readers will learn about the science behind the explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they explore what we have learned in the wake of this disaster.

An infographic illustrates the parts of the Space Shuttle Challenger, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Challenger disaster using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Challenger also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

Challenger is part of Jump!'s Man-Made Disasters series.

Reviews

Goodreads review by AnnaScott on November 01, 2012

Good book. I was sad about Jen's parents though............more

Goodreads review by Lynn on March 14, 2025

Another winning story about 13-year-old Samantha Forster as she grapples with walking the fine line between loving all creatures and those that harm her beloved horses. With the threat of an orphaned cougar possibly eating the chicken eggs and killing foals, "Free Again" shows the interconnectivity o......more

Goodreads review by mimo on July 24, 2024

Another strong instalment in this series! Two cougars, a mother and her cub, have been spotted in the area, and the Phantom's son New Moon keeps challenging him, wanting his own herd. I like the way the cougar storyline is resolved, and the end of this book sees (view spoiler)[the introduction of a little kitten n (hide spoiler)]......more

Goodreads review by Nicole on May 06, 2018

An average teen series.......more