Cover of Ellen Ochoa, First Female Hispanic Astronaut (The 20th Century's Most Influential: Hispanics)

Ellen Ochoa, First Female Hispanic Astronaut (The 20th Century's Most Influential: Hispanics)

by John F. Wukovits

20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics

Reading Level 9-10 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 9th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the inspiring journey of Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman to travel to space, as she overcomes challenges and reaches for the stars. This biography highlights her early years, groundbreaking achievements, and the determination that made her a trailblazer in science and exploration. Young readers will be motivated by her story of courage and perseverance in a field where few women have gone before.

Representation & Themes

Biography and AutobiographyCultural HeritageScience & NatureComing of AgeInspiration

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9781590189764
Pages
104
Publisher
Lucent Press
Published
December 15, 2006
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
22,086

Genres

Young Adult Nonfiction

Subjects

Biography And AutobiographyJuvenile NonfictionChildren's Books/Ages 9-12 FictionChildren: Young Adult (Gr. 7-9)Biography & Autobiography - Cultural HeritageBiography & Autobiography - Science & TechnologyBiography & Autobiography - WomenAstronautsBiographyHispanic American womenJuvenile literatureUnited StatesWomen astronauts