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Eight Days Gone Paperback – Picture Book, July 1, 2012

4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 39 ratings

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Snappy verse and retro art brings readers along for Apollo 11's historic, eight-day mission to the moon in 1969. Young readers will learn the basics about the gear, equipment, and spaceship used by the astronauts, as well as the history of NASA's moon mission. O’ Rourke’s vibrant and retro illustrations paired with McReynolds’ short verse creates a perfect read aloud for preschool and kindergarteners eager to learn about Buzz Aldrin’s trip to the moon. Back matter includes a bibliography and author’s note with additional information about the mission and the crew’s return home after the historic first lunar landing.
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"awe-inspiring"–Publishers Weekly
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From the Author's Note

On July 16, 1969, the Apollo 11 mission to the moon began with the launch of a Saturn V rocket from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. After being thrust through space, the command module, Columbia, and the lunar module, Eagle, separated from the rocket and headed for the moon. On board were three astronauts: Neil Armstrong, Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, and Michael Collins.

On July 20, Eagle detached from Columbia and made its descent to the lunar surface. Collins remained aboard Columbia, orbiting the moon, while the other two astronauts landed Eagle on an area of the moon called the Sea of Tranquility. Armstrong and Aldrin performed scientific tests and collected samples of soil and rock. After two and a half hours, the astronauts planted an American flag as a reminder of their visit and left the lunar surface.

Although the entire mission lasted only eight days, its historic nature makes it one of the most famous missions of the space program.

touchdown lunar module moon landing

armstrong one small step lunar landing astronaut

earthrise planet earth as seen from moon

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K-Gr 2-Vibrant poetry and dramatic artwork describe the 1969 Apollo 11 voyage. One- and two-syllable words drive the story from the launch to the lunar landing and the historic Moon walk, while crisp oil paintings take readers through the mission. The three astronauts are shown walking to the Florida launch site and waving before their epic journey. Each man gets his own spread, e.g., "Armstrong makes his/one small step./Giant leap/from years of prep." All three are shown in their victory parade. The bold, punchy text and vivid illustrations combine to make this a great candidate for storytime as well as exciting solo enjoyment.-Frances E. Millhouser, formerly at Chantilly Regional Library, Fairfax County, VAα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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The momentous Apollo 11 mission unfolds in pictures and rhyming verse. Eighteen two-page spreads illustrate the story, and McReynolds tells it in tight four-line verses using identical rhyme schemes, beginning with "Hundreds gather. / Hot July. / Spaceship ready / set to fly." The rocket blasts into space, begins its orbit, and, after a uniform check, the lunar module disconnects and lands safely on the moon. The control room watches intently. Michael Collins stays with Columbia, "Waits, observing, / tracking trip." Neil Armstrong is the first to walk on the moon ("Armstrong makes his / one small step. / Giant leap from / years of prep"), and Buzz Aldrin? Well ... "Edwin Aldrin / hops around. / Boot prints left on / ashen ground." O'Rourke's richly detailed illustrations are done in oils, with black, white and many shades of gray predominating. They often resemble photographs, with the exception of the people, who look jarringly like Playskool figures. The story has often been written for children before, but never as comprehensively yet concisely for the very young. The rhyme scheme and flat perspectives, if not palette, recall Dan Yaccarino's splendid Zoom! Zoom! Zoom! I'm Off to the Moon (1997). An author's note and bibliography extend the experience, though the books listed notably omit the many fine titles published recently on the subject. Still, nifty. (Informational picture book. 3-6) --Kirkus Reviews

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Charlesbridge; Illustrated edition (July 1, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1580893651
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1580893657
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 8 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD280L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.06 x 0.19 x 9 inches
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Customers enjoy the rhyming narrative and illustrations in this book. They find it an easy and fun read for young readers. The illustrations capture their child's interest in outer space from the point of view of actual astronauts. Readers describe the story as great, informative, and refreshing. They appreciate the accuracy and factual nature of the story.

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Customers find the book engaging for young readers. They enjoy the rhyming narrative and illustrations that tell the story. The book is simple, accurate, and compelling.

"...He’s two years old and loves the rhythm of the words. He memorized a few of the pages before I did. :)..." Read more

"...McReynolds writing style keeps the story flowing with a rhythmic rhyme scheme that a parent could easily add a musical tone to keep repeated..." Read more

"...Young readers may enjoy the rhyming narrative but the illustrations tell the story too...." Read more

"This book has it all for your kids... Great art... Great prose... And a GREAT subject! Its based on fact and still fun...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's illustrations. They find the artwork engaging for kids and capture their interest in outer space from the perspective of actual astronauts.

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"...The illustrations capture your child's interest in outer space from the point of view of the actual astronauts...." Read more

"This book has it all for your kids... Great art... Great prose... And a GREAT subject! Its based on fact and still fun...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the story. They find it informative and say it's a refreshing alternative to Star Wars stories. The shading complements the story well.

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"...It's few & far between that kids get to hear an amazing story of history, but Eight Days Gone rises up to the challenge & makes this book a must-..." Read more

"Recommended. Eight Days Gone is an excellent and informative story about probably the greatest space program accomplishment ever in our nation." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2020
    We love this book! My kid asked to read this book at bed time almost every day for two weeks. He’s two years old and loves the rhythm of the words. He memorized a few of the pages before I did. :)
    The artwork is beautiful and the story is simple, accurate and compelling.
  • Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2014
    With the marketplace being flooded by Princesses, Trains, Bears & Superheros - it is refreshing to see a children's book telling the tale of some real life heros.

    Eight Days Gone is the story of the 1969 Apollo 11 Lunar Moon Mission that spans from the famous shuttle's launch to its oceanic return with a parade thrown in for good measure.

    McReynolds writing style keeps the story flowing with a rhythmic rhyme scheme that a parent could easily add a musical tone to keep repeated readings fresh, while O'Rourke's detailed illustrations and shading provides a fantastic backdrop to compliment the story.

    It's few & far between that kids get to hear an amazing story of history, but Eight Days Gone rises up to the challenge & makes this book a must-have for all Jr. Astronauts.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2013
    This book brings back the excitement of the first man on the moon. The illustrations capture your child's interest in outer space from the point of view of the actual astronauts. Young readers may enjoy the rhyming narrative but the illustrations tell the story too. My son believes that star wars stories are "real" so I was happy to show him a real space story with lots of details of this great feat of the 20th century.
  • Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2012
    This book has it all for your kids... Great art... Great prose... And a GREAT subject! Its based on fact and still fun. Wish there were more books like this to share with little kids.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2013
    He loves rocket ships and astronauts. If your child is into those kinds of things, this is a must buy book. I checked it out at the library after hearing it at "Book Babies" and had to buy him his own personal copy. It is that good. The author wrote the book in rhyme and it is very fun to read out loud.
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2013
    Great, easy read for young readers that gives them an introduction to one, if not the most, important excursion into science and technology ever. Kids love the art.
  • Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2015
    A great book to read aloud and then use as a model for writing about an important event in our history. Children can write poetically and factually as McReynolds did about another event in America's history.
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2021
    This book is so great for any budding space lover! The board book is nice a durable for little hands as well!

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  • Terrve
    5.0 out of 5 stars Moon landing story for toddlers
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 21, 2019
    Fabulous board book about the moon landings. I wanted something for my 3 year olds to mark the 50th anniversary and this really ticks all the boxes. Very well written and illustrated for the younger reader. They grasp the concept of astronauts in a spaceship going to the moon thanks to this book!
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 31, 2019
    Very accessible way to engage younger children in the Lunar landings.
  • Jan Exner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 18, 2013
    A beautiful book with beautiful poetry.

    I love how accurate the text is, and how to the point. Really good!