The Astronaut with a Song for the Stars

The Astronaut with a Song for the Stars
Author: Julia Finley Mosca
Publisher: Amazing Scientists
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781943147632

If you have a mission, a dream to explore, but no one like you has achieved it before... Meet Dr. Ellen Ochoa-a determined space pioneer with a stellar symphony of talents. Growing up in a family of immigrants, Ellen dreamed of becoming a professional flutist, but all of that changed when she discovered engineering in college. Though she was told that field of study wasn't for girls, the bright young scientist refused to give up-ultimately becoming a NASA astronaut who shattered barriers and rocketed to success! The Astronaut With a Song for the Stars: The Story of Dr. Ellen Ochoa is the fourth book in a riveting educational series about the inspiring lives of amazing scientists. In addition to the illustrated rhyming tale, you'll find a complete biography, fun facts, a colorful timeline of events, and even a note from Dr. Ochoa herself!

Ellen Ochoa

Ellen Ochoa
Author: Anne Schraff
Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780766031630

"Explores the life of Ellen Ochoa, including her childhood in California, her rise through the ranks in NASA, several space shuttle missions, and becoming the first Latino woman in space"--Provided by publisher.

Ellen Ochoa: Dynamic Space Director

Ellen Ochoa: Dynamic Space Director
Author: Rebecca Felix
Publisher: ABDO
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2019-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1532159870

Meet Ellen Ochoa, history's first Hispanic female astronaut! Follow Ochoa's story as she works at NASA's Ames Research Center while attempting to become an astronaut. Her persistence pays off when she is chosen to be an astronaut on her third try! Learn about her accomplishments from her space shuttle missions through her retirement as the director of the Johnson Space Center. Infographics, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Ellen Ochoa

Ellen Ochoa
Author: Connor Stratton
Publisher: North Star Editions, Inc.
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2021-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1644937999

This fascinating book introduces readers to the life and work of Ellen Ochoa, an astronaut who became the first Hispanic director of the Johnson Space Center. Historic images, “Did You Know?” sidebars, and a “Topic Spotlight” special feature provide added interest and context.

Ellen Ochoa

Ellen Ochoa
Author: Pam Walker
Publisher: Children's Press(CT)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2001
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780516234335

Offers simple text and photographs describing the first Hispanic woman astronaut.

Ellen Ochoa

Ellen Ochoa
Author: Lissa Jones Johnston
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2006
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780736854382

Provides an introduction to the life and biography of Ellen Ochoa, the first female Hispanic astronaut.

Ellen Ochoa

Ellen Ochoa
Author: Donna Latham
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781597160766

Highlights the life of the first Hispanic woman in space.

Who's who of NASA Astronauts

Who's who of NASA Astronauts
Author: Lee Ellis
Publisher: Americana Group Publishing
Total Pages: 490
Release: 2004
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780966796148

Who's Who of NASA Astronauts presents the biographical information of all 367 NASA astronauts along with their mission facts. From the original Mercury 7 selected in 1959 to the present day Space Shuttle astronauts working on the International Space Station, this book contains the personal history, education, honors received, affiliated organizations and the NASA experience of each astronaut.

Ellen Ochoa

Ellen Ochoa
Author: Maritza Romero
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group
Total Pages: 32
Release: 1997
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN:

One of the five daughters of a single parent, Ellen Ochoa is an inspiration to all. With degrees in physics and electrical engineering, Ellen was a pioneer in optic research. This helped to make her an ideal candidate for NASA's astronaut program. As the first Hispanic woman astronaut, Ellen is blazing new trails for all women.

Ellen Ochoa

Ellen Ochoa
Author: Lila Guzmán
Publisher: Enslow Elementary
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780766026421

Biography of the first Hispanic woman in space.