Through the Telescope

By Charles R. Smith Jr., Evening Monteiro (Illustrator)

A young girl dreams of reaching the stars, inspired by the universe's vastness.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Mae Jemison gazes through her telescope, dreaming of space. Her curiosity and passion ignite a journey that will lead her to become the first Black woman in space. Discover what inspired young Mae to reach for the stars in this captivating tale of ambition and exploration. Will her dreams take her beyond the sky? Perfect for young readers fascinated by space and trailblazers.

From the publisher

Explore the wonders of the universe in this mesmerizing ode to trailblazing astronaut Mae Jemison, from Coretta Scott King Honor author Charles R. Smith, Jr.How far to the stars?This is what a little girl named Mae Jemison wonders as she peers through her telescope and dreams of space. Someday she will make it there, but for now she wonders, learns, and is inspired by the vastness of the universe.Astronaut, physician, and engineer Mae Jemison’s passion would eventually lead to her becoming the first Black woman in space!Through the Telescope focuses on what first inspired a young Mae Jemison to reach for the stars. Charles R. Smith, Jr. is the award-winning author of the Coretta Scott King Honor Book, Twelve Rounds of Glory, and many other popular and acclaimed titles. His gorgeous text places a spotlight on an American trailblazer who inspires kids everywhere to follow their dreams. Debut illustrator Evening Monteiro’s captivating portrayal of a young Mae Jemison is sure to grab young readers’ attention!Perfect for kids who love space exploration and for readers of Hidden Figures and The Undefeated.

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