Spectacular Women In Space

by Sonia Gueldenpfennig

Overview

Space is the final frontier and this collection features ten women who have made an important contribution to the exploration of space. This book shows the particular challenges faced by women in their quest to discover more about our universe.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781926739694
Publisher:	Second Story Press
Publication date:	01/01/2004
Series:	Women's Hall of Fame Series , #5
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	112
File size:	2 MB
Age Range:	9 - 13 Years

About the Author

Sonia Gueldenpfennig holds a degree in comparative literature. She currently lives in Burlington. This is her first book.

Editorial Reviews

Gr 4-6-Beginning with a brief overview of women's place in the history of space exploration, this book profiles 10 pioneers worldwide. From Caroline Herschel, who in the 18th century assisted her brother, the royal astronomer of England, and conducted her own observations of the night sky, to Nadezhda Kuzhelnaya, a cosmonaut for the Russian Space Agency since 1994 who was never able to fulfill her dream of space flight, these sketches bring the women's determination and pioneering spirit to life. Supplemented by average-quality, black-and-white photographs and sidebars with additional information, this title will whet the appetites of future astronomers and astronauts. Students will need more detailed biographies for reports.-Linda Wadleigh, Oconee County Middle School, Watkinsville, GA Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information.

School Library Journal

The author brings to life these women's dreams, struggles and achievements. Highly recommended for ages 9 and up.

Hi-Rise

I recommend this book to libraries that want to increase their biography and research collection.

Lane Education Service District

For the girl with stars in her eyes, and not the Hollywood kind.

Globe and Mail

A challenging novel for those children who appreciate different forms of literature and the interplay of symbols and imagery.

CM Magazine

Proof that you don't need a Y-chromosome to make significant advances in space travel.

Monday Magazine

These women are inspirations to any girl or woman interested in a traditionally male-dominated career.

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