Mae Carol Jemison: Astronaut and Educator
Women scientists have made key contributions to the pursuit of science and some of the most important discoveries of all time. In Mae Carol Jemison, learn how the American astronaut and doctor chose to pursue a career in science and became the first African-American woman in space, followed by work advocating for space exploration and women and minorities in the sciences. Features include a timeline, a glossary, essential facts, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
| Interest Level | Grade 6 - Grade 12 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 8 |
| BISACS | JNF007090, JNF007120 |
| Genre | Nonfiction |
| Subject | Biographies, History, Science & Technology |
| Copyright | 2018 |
| Division | Abdo Publishing |
| Imprint | Essential Library |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 112 |
| Season | 2017-09-01 |
| ISBN | 9781532110450, 9781680788303 |
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| Title Format | Reinforced Library Bound Hardcovers, Multi-user eBook |
| Dewey | 629.45 |
| Graphics | Full-color photographs |
| Dimensions | 6.25 x 9.25 |
| Lexile | 1120 |
| Guided Reading Level | Z |
| ATOS Reading Level | 8.7 |
| ATOS Interest Level | MG |
| Accelerated Reader® Quiz | 194053 |
| Accelerated Reader® Points | 3.0 |
| Features | Glossary of key words, Index, Informative sidebars, Reviewed, Table of contents, and Timeline of key events |
| Online Resources | FREE! Booklinks Nonfiction Network |
Women in Science – Library Media Connection
Each highly readable and visually appealing volume begins with a defining moment in the person’s career. What follows is an overview of the person’s life and the contributions she made to her field. The books are replete with numerous color photographs and sidebars. Recommended.
Women in Science – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
The texts all call particular attention to obstacles faced by professional women in the not so distant past. Much effort is given to explaining each woman’s contribution to her field and elucidating the often complex science involved. . . . Nearly every page includes some visual element, whether a diagram, photograph, or topical focus. Sidebars offer historical context. . . . First-rate research materials and engaging and informative stories for tweens and young teens.
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