Book Series · 3 Books

Smithsonian Historical Fiction Books

In order from Audrey and Apollo 11 to Marika Marches for Equality.

The Smithsonian Historical Fiction series is a set of 3 chapter books by Rebecca Rissman, published between 2020 and 2022. Written for ages 8–11, most books run about 70 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$858

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2020

Audrey and Apollo 11

By Rebecca Rissman, Jacqui Davis (Illustrator)

A girl who dreams of working at NASA must win over a doubtful father.

72 pages· 6,227 words· Est. 52 min read

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Summary: It's 1969 in Houston, Texas, and science-obsessed fifth grader Audrey dreams of working at NASA like her dad, who only discourages her. When her homemade model rocket won't fly, she figures out a fix that ends up helping the Apollo 11 astronauts after they land on the Moon. Will Dad come around, and will Audrey have a future in science?

The complete set

Smithsonian Historical Fiction Series

3 books · Published 2020–2022

Series

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$858

Audrey and Apollo 11

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2020

A girl who dreams of working at NASA must win over a doubtful father.

Series

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$2532

Syretia and the Curiosity Rover

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2021

A reluctant camper finds unexpected parallels with a Mars rover's mission, sparking a journey of self-discovery.

Series

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$858

Marika Marches for Equality

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2022

A young girl defies her parents to join a pivotal equality rally in 1970.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Smithsonian Historical Fiction series?

There are 3 books in the Smithsonian Historical Fiction series. It began with Audrey and Apollo 11 in 2020, and the newest book, Marika Marches for Equality, was published in 2022.