Mae Jemison: First Black Woman in Space - Hardcover
Mae Jemison: First Black Woman in Space - Hardcover
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by Amy Bryant (Author)
Mae Jemison: First Black Woman in Space is a lively children's biography about a curious girl who loved both science and dance-and grew up to become a doctor, engineer, and astronaut.
Written in clear, kid-friendly language for ages 3-8 this short chapter book follows Mae from asking big questions to soaring above Earth, then returning home to help the next generation dream even bigger.
What kids will read:
- Learn: curiosity, notebooks, simple experiments, and the power of practice
- Apply: turning ideas into projects, teamwork, and helping others
- Train: habits, calm under pressure, simulators, and underwater "space" practice
- Launch: countdown, life in orbit, and working with a trusted crew
- Give Back: mentoring, community, and taking the next small step
Why families and teachers love it:
- Shows STEM and the arts working together-creativity and science on the same team
- Encourages growth mindset, perseverance, and kindness
- Short sections, vivid scenes, and "new words to know" make learning natural
- Perfect for classrooms, libraries, and family reading time
Read-aloud ages 3-8; independent readers 8-12.
This inspiring true story invites young readers to see many paths to one purpose: use what you learn, help your team, and keep reaching-because big dreams can take flight.
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