  | Farther than the moon Author: Lackey, Lindsay | |
| Price: $23.98 | ||
Summary:
Thirteen-year-old Houston and his younger brother Robbie dream of becoming astronauts, but when Houston is accepted to the Junior Astronaut Recruitment Program he realizes that Robbie's dream may not be achievable due to his cerebral palsy, so he makes a new plan that shoots for the stars.
| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: MG Reading Level: 4.70 Points: 10.0 Quiz: 520953 |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (08/01/23)
Booklist (09/01/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 09/01/2024 When thirteen-year-old Houston is accepted into the Junior Astronaut Recruitment Program, JARP, he must leave his mother and younger brother, Robbie, for the summer. Houston promised years ago, after their father left, that he would never leave his brother behind. But Robbie needs to stay home to receive care for cerebral palsy and epilepsy. While at JARP, Houston feels guilty but is also excited to kick-start his own adventures into the cosmos. He won’t have to be his brother’s caretaker this time, though he wants to find a way for Robbie to go into space too. Houston is caught in a lie to his new friends about his famous astronaut grandfather—a man he's never met but desperately wants to make proud—and finds himself struggling to succeed in the program and to keep his promise to Robbie. Lackey’s heartfelt story is a ray of hope for the next generation’s future in space. It includes strong themes of family, friendship, and teamwork as well as a critical look at disability access in the space program. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.
