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She Persisted: Sally Ride
SKU
083218
ISBN
9780593115930
Grade 1-4
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Charlotte Mason
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Description
Sally Ride never imagined she’d be the first American woman in space! This short chapter book tells of a smart, athletic girl growing up with a dream of becoming a professional tennis player. But as young readers learn, dreams can change… Sally’s passion for science won out, but the tenacity and resilience she’d learned on the court would also serve her well as an astronaut working for NASA. Newly independent readers will appreciate the large font and generous spacing on pages. Parents, however, should be aware that pages 42-44 mention Sally’s “life partner as well as business partner, Tam O’Shaughnessy” and say that Sally and Tam “were childhood friends… kept in touch throughout the years and fell in love as adults.” The text explains that they wrote books and started a company together, which to this day continues, connecting kids with science. A back section in the book offers a list of suggested activities to honor Sally’s life/memory. 57 pgs, pb. ~Nancie
Publisher's Description of She Persisted: Sally Ride
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Atia Abawi, readers learn about the amazing life of Sally Ride–and how she persisted.
As the first American woman in space, Sally Ride broke barriers and made her dreams come true. But she wanted to do even more! After leaving NASA, she created science and engineering programs that would help other girls and women make their dreams come true as well.
Category Description for She Persisted
Inspire young readers to make a difference! This series of short chapter books shares individual stories of women around the globe who faced overwhelming obstacles and yet… persisted! Although based on the best-selling picture book series by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, these take a more in-depth look into the lives of several women who left a legacy for future generations. Because some books touch on topics that can be difficult for young readers to grasp (slavery, abuse, segregation, etc.), discussion with an adult will be beneficial for processing. Each book has simple, cute illustrations sprinkled throughout and a short back section entitled "How You Can Persist", encouraging readers with a call to action.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Philomel Books |
| Grades: | 1-4 |
| ISBN: | 9780593115930 |
| Length in Inches: | 7.625 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.375 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.25 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.2 |
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