Joe Kittinger: Un héroe no reconocido
Biography (nonfiction) 1,822 words, Level X (Grade 5), Lexile 960L
Joe Kittinger is a man of extraordinary courage who made important contributions to the field of space exploration. Students will learn about Kittinger's work with high-altitude balloons and incredible acts of bravery that benefited both pilots and astronauts. Photographs accompany the text.