The first moon landing is a story that belongs to many, not just the few and famous. Gathering direct quotes from some of these folks who worked behind the scenes- flight directors, suit testers, telescope crew, aerospace technicians, navigators, and many others-Catherine Thimmesh reveals their worries and concerns. Culling NASA transcripts, national archives, and stunning photos from Apollo 11, she captures not only the sheer magnitude of this feat but also the dedication, ingenuity, and perseverance of the team that worked to first put man on that great gray rock in the sky. AGES: 9-12 AUTHOR: Catherine Thimmesh is the award-winning author of many books for children, including ‘Girls Think of Everything’ and ‘Lucy Long Ago’. Her books have received numerous starred reviews, appeared on best books lists, and won many awards, including the IRA Children’s Book Award and Minnesota Book Award.