The Astronaut with a Song for the Stars
The Astronaut with a Song for the Stars

Author: Julia Finley Mosca

Publisher: Amazing Scientists

Published: 2019

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781943147632

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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!

Ellen Ochoa
Ellen Ochoa

Author: Anne Schraff

Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC

Published: 2010-01-01

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9780766031630

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"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.

Ellen Ochoa: Dynamic Space Director
Ellen Ochoa: Dynamic Space Director

Author: Rebecca Felix

Publisher: ABDO

Published: 2019-01-01

Total Pages: 35

ISBN-13: 1532159870

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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.

Ellen Ochoa
Ellen Ochoa

Author: Connor Stratton

Publisher: North Star Editions, Inc.

Published: 2021-01-01

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1644937999

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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.

Ellen Ochoa
Ellen Ochoa

Author: Pam Walker

Publisher: Children's Press(CT)

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780516234335

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Offers simple text and photographs describing the first Hispanic woman astronaut.

Ellen Ochoa
Ellen Ochoa

Author: Lissa Jones Johnston

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9780736854382

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Provides an introduction to the life and biography of Ellen Ochoa, the first female Hispanic astronaut.

Ellen Ochoa
Ellen Ochoa

Author: Donna Latham

Publisher: Bearport Publishing

Published: 2005-08

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781597160766

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Highlights the life of the first Hispanic woman in space.

Who's who of NASA Astronauts
Who's who of NASA Astronauts

Author: Lee Ellis

Publisher: Americana Group Publishing

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 490

ISBN-13: 9780966796148

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Who's Who of NASA Astronauts presents the biographical information of all 367 NASA astronauts along with their mission facts. From the original Mercury 7 selected in 1959 to the present day Space Shuttle astronauts working on the International Space Station, this book contains the personal history, education, honors received, affiliated organizations and the NASA experience of each astronaut.

Ellen Ochoa
Ellen Ochoa

Author: Lila Guzmán

Publisher: Enslow Elementary

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780766026421

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Biography of the first Hispanic woman in space.

Ellen Ochoa
Ellen Ochoa

Author: Maritza Romero

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13:

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One of the five daughters of a single parent, Ellen Ochoa is an inspiration to all. With degrees in physics and electrical engineering, Ellen was a pioneer in optic research. This helped to make her an ideal candidate for NASA's astronaut program. As the first Hispanic woman astronaut, Ellen is blazing new trails for all women.