Joe Kittinger: An Unsung Hero
Joe Kittinger: Un héroe no reconocido
Joe Kittinger : un héros méconnu
Joe Kittinger: An Unsung Hero
Joe Kittinger: An Unsung Hero
Joe Kittinger: An Unsung Hero
Joe Kittinger: An Unsung Hero
Biography (nonfiction), 1,822 words, Spanish 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.
Lesson Resources
Lesson plans exist for the English version of this book.
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of asking and answering questions to understand text
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Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
