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Description
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.
Quick Summary
12 Women in the Space Industry features twelve trailblazing women who blasted past expectations to reach for the stars, making space history while proving that the sky is definitely not the limit. Kids will love reading about these incredible women who flew into space, built rockets, and changed the world, with each profile showing just how cool science and determination can be when combined. If your kid loves inspiring stories like those in "Women in Science" or dreams of space adventures like in "The Fourteenth Gold," they will absolutely devour this book. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 6 who are curious about space, science, or want to read about amazing women who changed the universe.