Sally Ride and the Shuttle Missions

Sally Ride's pioneering journey from a curious child to the first American woman in space is chronicled in this engaging biography for middle graders. The narrative follows her rigorous astronaut training, her historic flights aboard the Space Shuttle, and her work with the robotic arm, while also highlighting other women who broke barriers in space exploration. By weaving personal anecdotes with clear explanations of the science and challenges of space travel, the book provides a clear look at what it takes to reach the stars.