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The Wonder Team and the Space Race

Name: The Wonder Team and the Space Race
ISBN: 9781035054800

By Leah Williamson and Jordan Glover

Book 4 of 5 in the The Wonder Team series

exciting educational engaging historical

Genres

Adventure Historical Fiction Science Fiction

What is The Wonder Team and the Space Race about?

After a football injury leaves Leah sidelined, her friends Mimi and George suggest a new adventure to lift her spirits. The trio travels back to 1950s America, landing in the midst of the Space Race. When a key mathematician goes missing, the Wonder Team must use their detective skills to find her and prevent a disastrous rocket launch.

About the author

Leah Williamson is a talented footballer who captained the England women’s team to victory in the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022. She loves inspiring young people to follow their dreams, work as a team, and enjoy sports. Leah is passionate about football and encourages everyone to try their best and have fun on and off the pitch.

Pages

336 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2025

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