Ellen Ochoa

By Joan Stoltman

Book Overview

There are few books that tell Ellen Ochoa's life story in an accessible, captivating way with age-appropriate language for young readers. Finally, here's a book that explores her barrier-breaking work as an astronaut and science administrator in a way that gives perspective about her struggle as a woman and Hispanic person in the world of science. This book facilitates exploration of America's space program for early elementary readers, capturing readers through the story of one inspiring, remarkable life. Give science curricula a chance to excite, interest, and motivate readers to initiate a lifelong quest of learning by adding this book to your collection.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1538218402
• ISBN13: 9781538218402
• Release Date: July 2018
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.2" x 7.6"
• Age Range: 6 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3