Ein Stein - The Chipmunk Who Became an Astronaut

Ein Stein chipmunk may live in a dark, dingy, and dismal hole, but his questioning nature soars buoyantly, like a luminescent balloon. After feeling miserable, bored, and restless at home, Ein Stein scrambles out of his family's damp hole and sallies forth with youthful confidence to places unknown. Ein Stein encounters many modern mysteries on his impulsive journey, such as a chain-link fence, a revolving door, and an elevator. But it's not until he strays into a strange room and is startled by a deafening roar that his real exploits begin. Ein Stein chipmunk comes face to face with two Canadian astronauts: Chris Hadfield and Julie Payette. Together, they show Ein Stein how jets steer a space shuttle, and how astronauts eat, drink, and sleep on board. You will be captivated as Ein Stein skyrockets you into the middle of his scientific discoveries, including a near-disastrous encounter with the space shuttle toilet. And don't forget your seat belt; it's just about time for takeoff. Author Andrew Graham Frame, a retired chemical engineer, is enthusiastic about encouraging young people to explore science careers. He enjoys working with children, and has done so in many capacities. He has coached a pee-wee hockey team, volunteered in the Junior Achievement program, served as a Big Brother, and volunteered for the Science Education Partnership as an Adopt-a-Scientist. Frame grew up in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and now lives in Sarnia, Ontario, with his wife. Publisher's website: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/EinSteinTheChipmunkWhoBecameAnAstronaut.html