ride, sally

A biography of Sally Ride, the first American woman to orbit Earth in 1983 who later worked to encourage young people to pursue science.

A biography of Sally Ride, the first American woman to orbit Earth in 1983 who later worked to encourage young people to pursue science.

A biography of Sally Ride, the first woman in space.

"In Gutsy Girls Go for Science: Astronauts, readers ages 8 through 11 explore the lives of some of the world's most amazing female astronauts. Bonnie Dunbar, Sally Ride, Mae Jemison, Sunita Williams, and Serena Au??n-Chancellor are all pioneers in the field of space exploration. These women trained for years to develop the skills necessary to become astronauts, taking risks and pushing the limits of what we know about life in space"--Back cover.

"This book examines the life of astronaut Sally Ride in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a timeline, primary sources, and informative backmatter"--Provided by publisher.

"This book for elementary readers outlines key dates throughout this change maker's life. Full-color photographs and a timeline depict each step in paving the way for others, from Sally Ride's early ambition with tennis through her first two space missions and her work inspiring girls to pursue science. A glossary, further resources, and an index are included"--.

A brief biography that highlights some important events in the life of the first American woman in space.

A biography of Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, that discusses her life, including her childhood, education, accomplishments, and how she helped shape the US space program.

A biography of American astronaut Sally Ride.

"Profiles the lives of thirteen American women who have left their mark on U.S. history, including Harriet Tubman, Helen Keller, Margaret Chase Smith, and Oprah Winfrey"--OCLC.