CatStronauts: Mission Moon -- CatStronauts, Book 1

Explains some real-world challenges such as growing energy consumption and the challenge of sustainable power. Depicts some components of the space program, including training with a G-force simulator and zero-gravity plane and the steps to launch. There's even a nod to history's heroes with a feline Neil Armstrong cheering the mission from Earth.

Each of the CatStronauts makes a distinct contribution to the mission in a clutch situation. Two cats make an error in judgment that lets down the rest of the team: They feel terribly about it, but they each are able to make amends. The CatStronauts get much of the attention, but the team at mission control provides essential support. Major Meowser can be brusque, but he's a focused, strong leader who appreciates the talents of his team and helps them do their best work. The World's Best Scientist strikes upon a good plan, but as in real life he first brainstorms and discards some duds ("Use electricity every other Tuesday?")