The Astronaut With a Song for the Stars
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2019 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

The Astronaut With a Song for the Stars

By Julia Finley Mosca, Daniel Rieley (Illustrator)

Part of the Amazing Scientists series

A young woman defies expectations to become a groundbreaking astronaut.

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40 pages· 731 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Ellen Ochoa, once dreaming of a musical career, discovers engineering and defies gender norms to become a NASA astronaut. From immigrant roots to space pioneer, her journey shatters barriers. Will her story inspire the next generation to reach for the stars? Explore her path in this captivating tale of determination and success.

From the publisher

If you have a mission, a dream to explore, but no one like you has achieved it before… Meet Dr. Ellen Ochoa-a determined space pioneer with a stellar symphony of talents. Growing up in a family of immigrants, Ellen dreamed of becoming a professional flutist, but all of that changed when she discovered engineering in college. Though she was told that field of study wasn’t for girls, the bright young scientist refused to give up-ultimately becoming a NASA astronaut who shattered barriers and rocketed to success!The Astronaut With a Song for the Stars: The Story of Dr. Ellen Ochoa is the fourth book in a riveting educational series about the inspiring lives of amazing scientists. In addition to the illustrated rhyming tale, you’ll find a complete biography, fun facts, a colorful timeline of events, and even a note from Dr. Ochoa herself!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
731
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
610L
Themes & topics
Books about AmericaBooks about technologyBooks about astronautsBooks about science and natureBooks about girls and women
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.6
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
516892
Publication
Published
September 24, 2019
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781943147632

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