ride, sally

"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.

A biography of Sally Ride, the youngest astronaut and first United States woman in space, describing her childhood, accomplishments, and reputation as a good role model for young girls.

Looks at the life and career of the physicist and NASA astronaut who became the first American woman in space in 1983.

"An intimate portrait of America's first female astronaut, from her formative years to her final moments... Sally Ride opened the doors for girls and women in all fields..."--Provided by publisher.

An illustrated biography of Sally Ride, describing the life of the first American woman to travel in space.

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

"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.

"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.

Examines the life and accomplishments of astronaut Sally Ride. Provides information on astronaut training, life in space, and the space shuttle program. Includes color photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and further resources.

"A biography of the famous astronaut drawing on personal and family photographs from her childhood, school days, college, life in the astronaut corps, and afterward."--.