The Story of Neil Armstrong

Discover the life of Neil Armstrong—a story about working hard and achieving the impossible for kids ages 6 to 9

Neil Armstrong became the first person ever to step foot on the moon. Before he flew space missions and made history with his moon landing, Neil was a curious kid who loved putting together model airplanes. He dreamed about pushing the boundaries of flight and studied hard in school to achieve his goals.

Explore how Neil went from being a young boy growing up in Ohio to one of the most famous astronauts in the entire world (and beyond!). How will his can-do attitude and strong dedication inspire you?

• Independent reading—This Neil Armstrong biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can read and learn on their own.
• Critical thinking—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Neil's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more. 
• A lasting legacy—Find out how Neil Armstrong went from curious kid to famous astronaut.

How will Neil Armstrong's story inspire you?

Discover activists, artists, athletes, and more from across history with the rest of the Story Of series, including famous figures like: Leonardo da Vinci, the Wright Brothers, Amelia Earhart, Albert Einstein, and Marie Curie.