Children's Nonfiction Science & Technology
Spectacular Women In Space
- Publisher
- Second Story Press
- Initial publish date
- Nov 2004
- Category
- Science & Technology, Girls & Women, Aeronautics, Astronautics & Space Science
- Recommended Age
- 9 to 13
- Recommended Grade
- 4 to 8
- Recommended Reading age
- 9 to 12
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Paperback / softback
- ISBN
- 9781896764887
- Publish Date
- Nov 2004
- List Price
- $10.95
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eBook
- ISBN
- 9781926739694
- Publish Date
- Jan 2004
- List Price
- $9.99
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Description
Space is the final frontier and this collection features ten women who have made an important contribution to the exploration of space. This book shows the particular challenges faced by women in their quest to discover more about our universe.
About the author
Sonia Gueldenpfennig holds a degree in comparative literature. She currently lives in Burlington. This is her first book.
Editorial Reviews
I recommend this book to libraries that want to increase their biography and research collection.
Lane Education Service District
A challenging novel for those children who appreciate different forms of literature and the interplay of symbols and imagery.
CM Magazine
The author brings to life these women's dreams, struggles and achievements. Highly recommended for ages 9 and up.
Hi-Rise
The chapters work together to give us an engaging portrait of the role women have played in space history.
CM Magazine
Proof that you don't need a Y-chromosome to make significant advances in space travel.
Monday Magazine
For the girl with stars in her eyes, and not the Hollywood kind.
Globe and Mail
These women are inspirations to any girl or woman interested in a traditionally male-dominated career.
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Librarian Reviews
Spectacular Women in Space (Women’s Hall of Fame)
Roberta Bondar, Sally Ride, Julie Payette… These 10 women have fought to be part of space exploration. Read about their missions and challenges as they dream of reaching the stars.Source: The Canadian Children’s Book Centre. Canadian Children’s Book News. 2006.