Author: Nomad Press
Publisher: Nomad Press
ISBN: 1619303280
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
Head outside and look up. What do you see? At night you might see stars, the moon, the Milky Way, and planets! During the day all these things will still be there, but they’ll be hidden by the bright light of the sun. Astronomy is the study of celestial objects and what’s beyond the nebulous boundaries of space. In Astronomy: Cool Women in Space, young readers will be inspired by stories of women who have made great strides in a field that takes courage, persistence, and creativity to pursue. Most people have heard of Carl Sagan and Stephen Hawking, but have you heard of Maria Mitchell or Caroline Herschel? For many decades, female astronomers have been defining the field by making discoveries that changed the human relationship with space. Astronomy: Cool Women in Space will introduce young readers to three women who are bringing the science of astronomy forward and inspiring the next generation of astronomers. The primary sources, essentials questions, and knowledge connections within Astronomy: Cool Women in Space encourage both boys and girls to explore our celestial world while being inspired to ask what role they might play in the next discovery.
Always Looking Up
Author: Laura Gehl
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
ISBN: 0807502979
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
A Mighty Girl's 2019 Books of the Year An inspiring look at the scientist who became "The Mother of Hubble." This empowering picture book biography tells the story of Nancy Grace Roman, the astronomer who overcame obstacles like weak eyesight and teachers who discouraged women from pursuing astronomy to lead the NASA team that built the Hubble Space Telescope. A testament to women in scientific careers and a record of an important NASA milestone.
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
ISBN: 0807502979
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
A Mighty Girl's 2019 Books of the Year An inspiring look at the scientist who became "The Mother of Hubble." This empowering picture book biography tells the story of Nancy Grace Roman, the astronomer who overcame obstacles like weak eyesight and teachers who discouraged women from pursuing astronomy to lead the NASA team that built the Hubble Space Telescope. A testament to women in scientific careers and a record of an important NASA milestone.
Astronomy
Author: Nomad Press
Publisher: Nomad Press
ISBN: 1619303280
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
Head outside and look up. What do you see? At night you might see stars, the moon, the Milky Way, and planets! During the day all these things will still be there, but they’ll be hidden by the bright light of the sun. Astronomy is the study of celestial objects and what’s beyond the nebulous boundaries of space. In Astronomy: Cool Women in Space, young readers will be inspired by stories of women who have made great strides in a field that takes courage, persistence, and creativity to pursue. Most people have heard of Carl Sagan and Stephen Hawking, but have you heard of Maria Mitchell or Caroline Herschel? For many decades, female astronomers have been defining the field by making discoveries that changed the human relationship with space. Astronomy: Cool Women in Space will introduce young readers to three women who are bringing the science of astronomy forward and inspiring the next generation of astronomers. The primary sources, essentials questions, and knowledge connections within Astronomy: Cool Women in Space encourage both boys and girls to explore our celestial world while being inspired to ask what role they might play in the next discovery.
Publisher: Nomad Press
ISBN: 1619303280
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
Head outside and look up. What do you see? At night you might see stars, the moon, the Milky Way, and planets! During the day all these things will still be there, but they’ll be hidden by the bright light of the sun. Astronomy is the study of celestial objects and what’s beyond the nebulous boundaries of space. In Astronomy: Cool Women in Space, young readers will be inspired by stories of women who have made great strides in a field that takes courage, persistence, and creativity to pursue. Most people have heard of Carl Sagan and Stephen Hawking, but have you heard of Maria Mitchell or Caroline Herschel? For many decades, female astronomers have been defining the field by making discoveries that changed the human relationship with space. Astronomy: Cool Women in Space will introduce young readers to three women who are bringing the science of astronomy forward and inspiring the next generation of astronomers. The primary sources, essentials questions, and knowledge connections within Astronomy: Cool Women in Space encourage both boys and girls to explore our celestial world while being inspired to ask what role they might play in the next discovery.
Look Up!
Author: Robert Burleigh
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442481102
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Henrietta Levitt was the first person to discover the scientific importance of a star’s brightness—so why has no one heard of her? Learn all about a female pioneer of astronomy in this picture book biography with audio. Henrietta Swan Leavitt was born on July 4, 1868, and she changed the course of astronomy when she was just twenty-five years old. Henrietta spent years measuring star positions and sizes from photographs taken by the telescope at the Harvard College Observatory, where she worked. After Henrietta observed that certain stars had a fixed pattern to their changes, her discovery made it possible for astronomers to measure greater and greater distances—leading to our present understanding of the vast size of the universe. An astronomer of her time called Henrietta Leavitt “one of the most important women ever to touch astronomy,” and another close associate said she had the “best mind at the Harvard Observatory.” Henrietta Leaveitt's story will inspire young women and aspiring scientists of all kinds and includes additional information about the solar system and astronomy. This eBook edition also includes audio accompaniment.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442481102
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Henrietta Levitt was the first person to discover the scientific importance of a star’s brightness—so why has no one heard of her? Learn all about a female pioneer of astronomy in this picture book biography with audio. Henrietta Swan Leavitt was born on July 4, 1868, and she changed the course of astronomy when she was just twenty-five years old. Henrietta spent years measuring star positions and sizes from photographs taken by the telescope at the Harvard College Observatory, where she worked. After Henrietta observed that certain stars had a fixed pattern to their changes, her discovery made it possible for astronomers to measure greater and greater distances—leading to our present understanding of the vast size of the universe. An astronomer of her time called Henrietta Leavitt “one of the most important women ever to touch astronomy,” and another close associate said she had the “best mind at the Harvard Observatory.” Henrietta Leaveitt's story will inspire young women and aspiring scientists of all kinds and includes additional information about the solar system and astronomy. This eBook edition also includes audio accompaniment.
Women Astronomers
Author: Mabel Armstrong
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780972892957
Category : Women astronomers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Recounts the participation of women in the field of astronomy from ancient history to the present day.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780972892957
Category : Women astronomers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Recounts the participation of women in the field of astronomy from ancient history to the present day.
Space Girl
Author: Space Girl Journal
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781099157516
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Black Pretty Girl With Solar System spark Perfect gift for girls who are into the Space Galaxy and Astronomy this Note book is with 120 Pages 6"x 9" line Journals.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781099157516
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Black Pretty Girl With Solar System spark Perfect gift for girls who are into the Space Galaxy and Astronomy this Note book is with 120 Pages 6"x 9" line Journals.
Letters on Astronomy, Addressed to a Lady: in which the Elements of the Science are Familiarly Explained in Connexion with Its Literary History
Author: Denison Olmsted
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Astronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Astronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
NASA Astronomer Nancy Grace Roman
Author: Heather E. Schwartz
Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
ISBN: 151249979X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Have you ever looked up at the twinkling stars in the night sky? Nancy Grace Roman looked up and never looked back. Roman was fascinated with the stars ever since her mother showed her the constellations. She read every book on astronomy she could find and even started her own neighborhood astronomy club for girls. But many of the people around her didn't think science was the right field for a woman. Academic advisers in high school and even college tried to dissuade Roman from pursuing astronomy. She worked hard to eventually become NASA's first Chief of Astronomy and, ultimately, the "Mother of Hubble." Learn how Roman's passion for astronomy and her tireless work on the Hubble Space Telescope project helped scientists capture breathtaking images of deep space.
Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
ISBN: 151249979X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Have you ever looked up at the twinkling stars in the night sky? Nancy Grace Roman looked up and never looked back. Roman was fascinated with the stars ever since her mother showed her the constellations. She read every book on astronomy she could find and even started her own neighborhood astronomy club for girls. But many of the people around her didn't think science was the right field for a woman. Academic advisers in high school and even college tried to dissuade Roman from pursuing astronomy. She worked hard to eventually become NASA's first Chief of Astronomy and, ultimately, the "Mother of Hubble." Learn how Roman's passion for astronomy and her tireless work on the Hubble Space Telescope project helped scientists capture breathtaking images of deep space.
ASTRONOMY Girl
Author: Cooler Girl Press
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Are you looking for a gift for a Girl who loves ASTRONOMY? This one is perfect for you! Treat your Mom, Dad, Son, Daugter, Friend or maybe yourself with this gift! ✓ 120 wide lined pages ✓ Perfect size at 6 x 9 in / 15.24 x 22.86 cm ✓ Perfect Gift Idea for ASTRONOMY lovers
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Are you looking for a gift for a Girl who loves ASTRONOMY? This one is perfect for you! Treat your Mom, Dad, Son, Daugter, Friend or maybe yourself with this gift! ✓ 120 wide lined pages ✓ Perfect size at 6 x 9 in / 15.24 x 22.86 cm ✓ Perfect Gift Idea for ASTRONOMY lovers
She Caught the Light
Author: Kathryn Lasky
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0063089580
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
From Newbery Honor–winning author Kathryn Lasky comes a nonfiction picture book about the stars! Lasky tells the inspiring true story of astronomer Williamina Fleming, who helped lay the foundations for modern astronomy and overcame impossible odds as an immigrant and a woman. For stargazers and trailblazers everywhere. Jane Addams 2022 Children’s Book Award Finalist “Both an intriguing introduction to astronomy and an involving tale of a strong woman who overcame adversity.” —Kirkus Reviews “A compelling story and a fine addition to STEM studies.” —School Library Journal “This picture book biography illuminates how [Williamina’s] work chipped away at sexist barriers of the late 19th century.” —Publishers Weekly Ever since Williamina Fleming was little she was curious, and her childhood fascination with light inspired her life’s work. Mina became an astronomer in a time when women were discouraged from even looking through telescopes. Yet Mina believed that the universe, with its billions of stars, was a riddle—and she wanted to help solve it. Mina ultimately helped to create a map of the universe that paved the way for astronomers. Newbery Honor–winning Kathryn Lasky shares her incredible true story. Use this book to encourage conversation at home and the classroom about women and STEM. This is a captivating picture book that centers around women and empowerment, perfect for Women's History Month and to be shared alongside such powerful titles as Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly and She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton. Kathryn Lasky’s nonfiction book Sugaring Time was a Newbery Honor Book, and the books she authored in the Dear America and Royal Diaries series have sold over 3 million copies. Julianna Swaney is the illustrator of the #1 New York Times bestselling We Are the Gardeners by Joanna Gaines.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0063089580
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
From Newbery Honor–winning author Kathryn Lasky comes a nonfiction picture book about the stars! Lasky tells the inspiring true story of astronomer Williamina Fleming, who helped lay the foundations for modern astronomy and overcame impossible odds as an immigrant and a woman. For stargazers and trailblazers everywhere. Jane Addams 2022 Children’s Book Award Finalist “Both an intriguing introduction to astronomy and an involving tale of a strong woman who overcame adversity.” —Kirkus Reviews “A compelling story and a fine addition to STEM studies.” —School Library Journal “This picture book biography illuminates how [Williamina’s] work chipped away at sexist barriers of the late 19th century.” —Publishers Weekly Ever since Williamina Fleming was little she was curious, and her childhood fascination with light inspired her life’s work. Mina became an astronomer in a time when women were discouraged from even looking through telescopes. Yet Mina believed that the universe, with its billions of stars, was a riddle—and she wanted to help solve it. Mina ultimately helped to create a map of the universe that paved the way for astronomers. Newbery Honor–winning Kathryn Lasky shares her incredible true story. Use this book to encourage conversation at home and the classroom about women and STEM. This is a captivating picture book that centers around women and empowerment, perfect for Women's History Month and to be shared alongside such powerful titles as Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly and She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton. Kathryn Lasky’s nonfiction book Sugaring Time was a Newbery Honor Book, and the books she authored in the Dear America and Royal Diaries series have sold over 3 million copies. Julianna Swaney is the illustrator of the #1 New York Times bestselling We Are the Gardeners by Joanna Gaines.
American Astronomy
Author: John Lankford
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 9780226468860
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
Focusing on a period that saw fundamental changes in the nature and content of astronomy, including the rise of astrophysics, Lankford has compiled remarkable data, such as the number of people with and without doctorates, the number who taught in colleges or universities versus those involved in industrial or government work, and the number of women versus men. He also addresses the crucial question of power within the community - what it meant, which astronomers had it, and what they did with it.
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 9780226468860
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
Focusing on a period that saw fundamental changes in the nature and content of astronomy, including the rise of astrophysics, Lankford has compiled remarkable data, such as the number of people with and without doctorates, the number who taught in colleges or universities versus those involved in industrial or government work, and the number of women versus men. He also addresses the crucial question of power within the community - what it meant, which astronomers had it, and what they did with it.