12 Women in the Space Industry

This book profiles twelve women from around the world who have worked in or traveled to space, including Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, and Peggy Whitson, a space station commander. Each chapter presents biographical details, fascinating facts, and attention-grabbing photographs of these pioneering women in the space industry. The book includes sidebars with additional information and prompts that encourage readers to think critically about the topics presented.