Blast Off Into Space Like Mae Jemison

By Caroline Moss, Sinem Erkas (Illustrator)

Part of the Work It, Girl series

Discover how a young girl defied expectations to become the first African American woman in space.

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64 pages· 7,094 words· Est. 55 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Mae Jemison dreamed of the stars, science, and breaking barriers. As a child, she questioned why women weren't astronauts. Her journey to becoming the first African American woman in space is a tale of perseverance and inspiration. This vibrant biography reveals her challenges and triumphs, offering ten life lessons to empower your own path. Will you dare to dream as Mae did?

From the publisher

In this imaginatively illustrated book from the Work It, Girl series, discover how Mae Jemison became the first African American woman in space in this true story of her life. Then, learn 10 key lessons from her work you can apply to your own life.

When Mae Jemison was a little girl, she loved science, dancing, and dinosaurs. She watched the Apollo moon landings and wondered why none of the astronauts were women—and she just didn’t buy the answers she was given…

Work It, Girl is an empowering series of biographies featuring modern women in the world of work, from designers and musicians to CEOs and scientists. Each of these vibrantly illustrated books tells the story of a remarkable woman in 10 chapters that highlight transformative moments in her life, following the ups and downs that she faced on her road to success. At the end, 10 key lessons show what you can learn from these moments, and self-reflection questions help you apply these lessons to your own life. Brightly colored photo illustrations of 3-D cut paper artwork featuring inspiring quotes from these amazing women bring their stories to vivid life. Learn how to work it as you lay the foundations for your own successful career.

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