Inspired by the true story of the NASA/Lockheed Martin's first ever asteroid sample return mission, A Little Asteroid Named Bennu, cleverly weaves fun facts about aeronautical engineering with an epic space adventure. 

Author Jennifer Swanson was lucky enough to be on site when OSIRIS-REx, the rocket sent to intercept Bennu's path, made contact. It was an historical moment in science, as the samples retrieved from the asteroid helped scientists uncover some of the universe's biggest secrets. Now, through this delightful picture book, Swanson helps young readers understand this major milestone while also giving them a fun look at the vast expanse of space. The picture book is complete with informational back matter, and Lockheed Martin has already promised to promote the book upon publication. 

Get ready for an epic space adventure, as scientists track a little asteroid who they hope can help uncover secrets as to how Earth was formed.