Ellen Ochoa: Astronaut

by Connor Stratton

Overview

This fascinating book introduces readers to the life and work of Ellen Ochoa, an astronaut who became the first Hispanic director of the Johnson Space Center. Historic images, “Did You Know?” sidebars, and a “Topic Spotlight” special feature provide added interest and context.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781644937273
Publisher:	North Star Editions
Publication date:	01/01/2021
Series:	Important Women
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 8.70(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	7 - 9 Years

About the Author

Connor Stratton loves ice-skating, eating popcorn, and watching movies with friends. He lives in Minnesota.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Making History 5

Chapter 2 Ready to Learn 9

Chapter 3 Heading to Space 15

Topic Spotlight International Space Station 20

Chapter 4 Leading the Way 23

Focus on Ellen Ochoa 28

Glossary 30

To Learn More 31

Index 32

Editorial Reviews

Straightforward and informative biographies.”—School Library Journal

From the Publisher

04/01/2021

Gr 2–5—The lives of eight notable women are presented in these straightforward and informative biographies. Each begins with a description of a significant moment in the subject's life, e.g., Malala Yousafzai's 2013 United Nations speech and Ruth Bader Ginsburg's nomination to the Supreme Court. The authors then present the women's life stories with emphasis on accomplishments: Dolores Huerta was instrumental in forming the United Farm Workers, Greta Thunberg protested climate change with school strikes, physicist Chien-Shiung Wu discovered what happens when atoms break apart, Michelle Obama began the "Reach Higher'' initiative to encourage students to further their education. The subjects are presented in a positive light, and the information is current; included is Ginsburg's recent death and the curtailing effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on Thunberg's activities. VERDICT Though the information is up to date and sufficient to fulfill the needs of the targeted audience, selectors should consider individual titles for purchase based on demand.

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