First, newcomers who want to qualify as astronauts have to pass a one-year course of basic training. Astronaut Diary: Life in Space. They also become familiar with scuba diving. Astronaut training describes the complex process of preparing astronauts for their space missions before, during and after the flight, which includes medical tests, physical training, extra-vehicular activity (EVA) training, procedure training, rehabilitation process, as well as training on experiments they will accomplish during their stay in space.. It describes the various steps necessary for an astronaut to prepare for a flight into space and follows an astronaut as she prepares for a shuttle mission. Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2015. A Level 2 Beginning to Read Alone DK reader, Astronaut Living in Space helps beginning readers learn about being an astronaut. Helpful. The candidates learn about space technology and science, basic medical skills, and how the International Space Station (ISS) works. To learn more about the Junior Astronauts campaign and how to register, please visit By participating in Living Space you qualify for a chance to win an astronaut visit to your school! Astronauts who’ve lived on the International Space Station and “walked” in space tell all: what it’s like to ride on a space ship, and to eat, sleep, exercise, and even do science—in space.

Perfect for age appropriate information. An Astronaut's Tips For Living in Space - Or Anywhere. Press Release - Source: Anne McClain Posted March 22, 2020 8:32 PM Get this from a library! Our toddler is fascinated with space and this is better than advertised to explain what an astronaut is! ACC. Astronaut : living in space. 5.0 out of 5 stars Early introduction to Astronauts. You can turn on NASA TV but having this little L2 reader is a great resource guide. NASA assigned 32 American astronauts to the Apollo lunar landing program, and 24, flying on nine missions between December 1968 and December 1972, orbited the Moon.During six two-man landing missions twelve astronauts walked on the lunar surface, and six of those drove Lunar Roving Vehicles.Three flew to the Moon twice, one orbiting both times and two landing once apiece. [Kate Hayden] -- Describes the various steps necessary for an astronaut to prepare for a flight into space and follows astronaut Linda Gardner as she trains for her space shuttle mission. As part of our partnership with the Canadian Space Agency, the Living Space project is a qualifying activity under the Junior Astronauts Science and Technology stream. One of the things I missed most while living in space was being able to go outside and experience nature. 0 Comment Report abuse.