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A review by kimswhims
T-Minus: The Race to the Moon by Jim Ottaviani
4.0
50 anniversary of First moon landing is this year on July 20, 1969.
I really enjoyed this graphic novel. Covered quite a bit in an entertaining way.
The scientists that are often not acknowledged as greatly as the astronauts are brought more to the forefront.
Colour illustrations would have made a great visual impact but the black and white illustrations are forgivable. It reminded me that back in the day, when the race to the moon was in it's later stages, all we had was black and white TV. Not to mention, most of the calculations were done by hand and using slide rules. Such an amazing achievement.
It would be excellent for a primary school audience, but have to say I learnt a little something more and I enjoyed the presentation.
Recommended for a quick overview of the space race.
I really enjoyed this graphic novel. Covered quite a bit in an entertaining way.
The scientists that are often not acknowledged as greatly as the astronauts are brought more to the forefront.
Colour illustrations would have made a great visual impact but the black and white illustrations are forgivable. It reminded me that back in the day, when the race to the moon was in it's later stages, all we had was black and white TV. Not to mention, most of the calculations were done by hand and using slide rules. Such an amazing achievement.
It would be excellent for a primary school audience, but have to say I learnt a little something more and I enjoyed the presentation.
Recommended for a quick overview of the space race.