Handshake in Space

Handshake in Space: The Apollo-Soyuz Test Project, volume 1, offers a fascinating look at a historic moment in space exploration. This juvenile nonfiction book follows characters Kevin and Lucy as they are transported from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum into the middle of a landmark mission. They experience the encounter from the perspectives of U.S.S.R. cosmonaut Alexei Leonov and American astronaut Thomas Stafford.

The story details the moment the hatches between the two spacecraft open, allowing the astronauts to shake hands and complete the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project. Handshake in Space: The Apollo-Soyuz Test Project teaches young readers how international cooperation can overcome political differences to achieve common goals. This educational title includes a glossary of key terms and additional facts about the mission, making it a valuable resource for children interested in history and science.