Journey to the Stars by Laurie Wallmark
A powerful story of hope about a woman who fought against all odds to become the first Indian American female astronaut.
Kalpana Chawla set her sights on flight from an early age. She was told "no" many times in life: No, girls don't study aerospace. No, women don't become astronauts. No, you won't succeed in the United States. But Kalpana didn't listen--she was too busy forging her own path to the stars. And after a long journey of dedication, perseverance, and patience, she finally made it to space. Her inspiring story is a powerful reminder for girls all over the world to never, ever give up on their dreams.
Based on the true story of the first female Indian American astronaut, Journey to the Stars details the challenges and triumphs of Kalpana Chawla's life up through her first journey into space. Her story is sure to inspire educators and parents interested in encouraging curiosity and a passion for STEM in girls and boys. Backmatter includes an author's note and a timeline of Kalpana's life and awards.
Laurie Wallmark is a picture-book biographer of women in STEM professions spanning from computer science to mathematics, astronomy, and code breaking. Her books have won numerous accolades, received numerous starred reviews, and have been named Junior Library Guild Choices. She lives in Ringoes, New Jersey, and is a former software developer and computer science lecturer. Visit LaurieWallmark.com for additional information.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781506484693 |
| ISBN 10 | 1506484697 |
| Title | Journey to the Stars |
| Author | Laurie Wallmark |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | 1517 Media |
| Year published | 2024-02-13 |
| Number of pages | 40 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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