"Explores the life of Ellen Ochoa, including her childhood in California, her rise through the ranks in NASA, several space shuttle missions, and becoming the first Latino woman in space"--Provided by publisher.
This fascinating book introduces readers to the life and work of Ellen Ochoa, an astronaut who became the first Hispanic director of the Johnson Space Center. Historic images, “Did You Know?” sidebars, and a “Topic Spotlight” special feature provide added interest and context.
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.
Meet Ellen Ochoa, history's first Hispanic female astronaut! Follow Ochoa's story as she works at NASA's Ames Research Center while attempting to become an astronaut. Her persistence pays off when she is chosen to be an astronaut on her third try! Learn about her accomplishments from her space shuttle missions through her retirement as the director of the Johnson Space Center. Infographics, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Growing up without much interest in science, Ellen Ochoa discovered physics in college and studied electrical engineering. Sally Rides historic example inspired Ochoa to enter NASAs astronaut program and in time, she made history as the first Hispanic woman in space. This book in the Notable Hispanic Americans series tells the extraordinary story of a trailblazing woman who played an important role on four space shuttle missions, became a NASA leader in a time of tragedy and change, and devoted her post-space career to encouraging others to study STEM and reach for the stars.